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92,671 | us | this unusually lively and vivid wine offers a nice twist on the variety, offering fresh pineapple, herb and lemon flavors, dazzling acidity and great balance despite its relatively high level of alcohol. grown on the winery property, it's another good example of holly's hill's emphasis on purity of flavor. | Estate | 88 | 22 |
91,384 | france | with its smoky aromas, this early-drinking red is soft, light and full of red berry fruit. that dominant fruit is backed by light tannins and plenty of succulent acidity. drink this crisp wine now. | Cuvée Gastronomie Mondeuse | 88 | 20 |
564 | us | spicy cracked peppercorns, light tar, fresh picked lavender and light purple fruits show on the savory nose of this bottling. more strong pepper notes show on the palate, as do tart elderberries, sesame, soy and hoisin elements, with a nice smoked meat character adding to the delicious complexity. | Fire Light | 93 | 62 |
26,608 | italy | compact and traditional with a bright, streamlined style, this pretty barolo represents a blend of nebbiolo grapes from two very important vineyard crus (the very structured brunate and the elegant le coste vineyards). | Brunate Le Coste | 89 | 120 |
102,155 | chile | creamy aromas of milk chocolate and berry fruits set up a moderately gripping palate. nonspecific berry and clove flavors finish plump and chewy, with a strong oak character on the close. | 120 Reserva Especial | 84 | 8 |
50,576 | us | an immediately appealing wine with notes of freshly cut apple, apricot, mineral and jasmine. though it has 17 g/l residual sugar, it drinks barely off dry with the vineyard's electric acidity more than balancing out the midpalate's sugar, providing a dry feel to the drawn-out finish. equal parts phenolic feel and flavor, put it on the dinner table now to see it at its best. | Underwood Mountain Vineyard | 90 | 17 |
77,380 | chile | rustic, earthy aromas of tomato, herbs and leather are not textbook clean but they stir interest. this is hard and tannic, with gritty, raw flavors of spicy herbal plum. on the finish, this smacks down hard with tannic bite along with chocolate and herbal spice flavors. | Grand Reserve | 87 | 18 |
91,784 | us | this is a warm rich enveloping wine that opens with details such as candied orange peel and maraschino cherries. it's smooth and resonant across a palate of plummy purple fruits, and there's just a hint of brown rum in the aftertaste. drink now through 2024. | Reserve | 91 | 45 |
117,440 | us | winemaker adam lee presents aromas of pressed elderberries and ripe black cherries on this single-vineyard bottling, boosted by hints of licorice and a touch of wet tobacco. dark but not particularly ripe berries power the earthy palate, which also benefits from eucalyptus, sagebrush, mace and a hint of juniper. | Sierra Mar Vineyard | 91 | 49 |
114,267 | us | firm raspberry fruit, tight and concentrated, is swathed in a generous coat of deliciously toasty oak. tart and youthful, the wine's depth comes through as it breathes open in the glass, adding licorice, coffee grounds, and buttered nuts to the toasty finish. | Lewis Vineyard | 91 | 75 |
90,784 | italy | made with cortese grapes, this white from piedmont has a delicate fragrance of white and yellow flowers accented with whiffs of stone fruit. the palate offers crisp apple and pear along with hints of citrus and peach. | Il Doge | 86 | 12 |
30,406 | us | an oaky, earthy aroma and lots of deep, jammy fruit flavors define this full-bodied but very smooth zinfandel and barbera blend. while fairly big in impact, the tannins are not very prominent so the mouthfeel and finish are gentle. | Diferente | 87 | 45 |
82,718 | italy | subtle aromas of underbrush, leather, blue flower, mature black-skinned fruit and ground pepper slowly emerge on this powerfully structured wine. the brooding palate delivers black cherry steeped in spirits, crushed raspberry, clove and licorice framed against tightly knit but ripe tannins. it's still austere and will benefit with more cellaring. drink 2020–2031. | Primum | 93 | 150 |
113,174 | chile | leafy aromas of field brush accent cassis, plum and oak-based clove scents. this feels obtuse and on the heavy side. generic black-fruit flavors include a hint of raisin, while this carmenère also tastes spicy and peppery. baked berry flavors lead a chunky finish. | Reserva | 87 | 13 |
55,596 | france | from the coastal region around bandol, this is a crisp, salty wine. it has the brightest lemon fruits and some herbaceousness. the tangy texture needs to soften, so wait until the end of 2014 to drink. | Cuvée G | 88 | 15 |
113,958 | france | this ripe, full wine has an attractive spice and toast character. warm yellow fruits and a rich feel indicate the generous, rounded potential. the wine has a crisp side as well as a mineral touch. drink now, but better from 2017. | Vielles Vignes | 90 | 35 |
80,997 | us | though aged in neutral french oak, the wood shows fairly prominently, with vanilla and woodspice out in front of the lees and almond. the flavors are off dry with the variety seeming to get lost between the staves. | Grand Klasse Lawrence Vineyards | 85 | 22 |
59,193 | france | this is a ripe rosé that is full-bodied and rich. its red plum and strawberry notes are right to the fore, with light tannins adding shape and texture. this dry and hefty wine is made to be paired with food. | Cuvée Victoria | 88 | 16 |