leowang707/wine_review · Datasets at Hugging Face

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48,169	spain	This is a particular style of Albariño. Aromas of white flowers distant mineral and green melon set up a plump, layered palate, with core acidity but also flatness that will only increase the longer it goes. Flavors of nectarine, orange and melon register as citric but also creamy. This is a unique Galician white that's stylish but won't last forever; drink immediately.	Gran Vinum Selección Especial	90
8,847	italy	Underbrush, scorched earth, ripe berry, blue flower and leather aromas take shape in the glass. The full-bodied enveloping palate doles out black cherry marinated in spirits, fleshy raspberry, truffle game and dark baking spice alongside firm, velvety tannins. A licorice note marks the finish. It's evolving quickly and won't need years to come around. Drink 2020–2030.	Arione	93
84,708	portugal	This is a ripe, attractively fruity wine with black plum flavor and a generous texture. It's firm and rich, cut with acidity and tannin and needs further time to develop. Drink from 2018.	Cabriz Reserva	89
123,218	new zealand	It was fascinating to compare this to Two Paddocks' regular bottling. The Last Chance is slightly richer, but otherwise features many of the same elements: smoke, tart cherries and delicate herbal notes. Despite the extra concentration, it's still supple and approachable now.	The Last Chance Earnscleugh Vineyard	90
62,579	us	Dried black cherries, a hint of purple flowers and a touch of tar show on the closed nose of this wine. The palate is also extremely wound up at this stage, with hints of espresso and dark chocolate. Although the structure is impressive, it does not allow much flavor to escape right now.	Estate	86
373	italy	Crisp, green, grassy wine with fresh acidity and herbeceous character. It is very New World with its tropical flavors and open, forward fruit.	I Fiori del Borgo	88
57,393	us	This Syrah-Petite Sirah is starting to show some bottle age. It's still high in tannins, but the primary red and black stone fruits and berries are mellowing into dried fruits, with funkier notes of bacon, leather and tamari-splashed sautéed wild mushrooms. An interesting wine to drink now, and should continue to evolve for another 5–6 years.	Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée	88
23,185	france	Santa Duc's small parcel of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is planted to a mix of 95% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre. It's a peppery, briary wine that's savory and spicy, with blackberry fruit providing support rather than leading. The tannins are soft, but still provide ample structure for aging through 2020.	Habemus Papam	93
20,510	us	Richness in the texture and a buttery vanilla-like flavor make this wine easy to dive into. It has lots of ripe apple, peach and white cherry flavor and an energetic complexity due to those pastry spices, plus a lingering, creamy finish.	Blanc de Gris	90
34,628	portugal	Huge, rich and juicy, this brings out the superripe fruit and heat of the Alentejo. With a high proportion of Petit Verdot and Alicante Bouschet (hence the alcohol and the color), this wine is certainly over the top. At the same time, it's very enjoyable for its up-front fruit and structure. Drink from 2017.	Reserva	91
53,787	germany	Jolts of lemon-lime acidity reverberate throughout this dry, mineral-focused wine. Golden apple, pear and lemon flavors are ripe and concentrated, but the palate maintains a svelte, spry style.	Juffer Trocken GG	91
105,124	chile	Spicy berry, bath soap and graphite aromas are a bit hard to understand. Somewhat raw and pinched in feel, this tastes of spicy plum and tomato. On the finish, peppery notes of hard spice and plum are solid, as is the closing feel.	Pirca	87
102,125	australia	This vintage of Rocky Gully Riesling comes across as quite ripe and rich despite the modest alcohol content. Smoky hints of struck flint and heating oil spice up flavors of baked apple and vanilla, then linger on the finish.	Rocky Gully	91
77,576	chile	Opens with sensational aromas that span plum, berry and chocolate. Feels compact yet juicy, with a lot of depth and purity. Wild berry, mint and bacon-like flavors work the palate, while the finish is defined by tannins, woody spice and natural body. A smooth bruiser to enjoy with venison or steak.	Gran Reserva	91
115,230	us	Fire up the barbecue and grill a steak to pair with this rich, ripe, lusty blend. Comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it's enormously extracted with flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate and bacon. The tannins are strong, but soft acidity helps make them drinkable now.	Stagecoach Vineyard Proprietary	88
57,246	italy	Aromas of ripe red berry, fragrant blue flower, cake spice, menthol and an earthy hint of truffle emerge in the glass. The juicy palate offers fleshy cherry, raspberry, licorice and chopped mint alongside firm, velvety tannins. Drink through 2022.	Cannubi	90
27,840	us	Savory, smoky tones lend a shadowy feel to fresh apple and pear flavors in this dry medium-bodied Pinot Gris. It's not deeply concentrated in fruit but refreshing and easy going. Drink now through 2018.	Sawmill Creek Vineyards	86
89,003	austria	Nettle, tomato leaf and ripe, juicy pear make for an intriguing aroma that is still recognizable as varietal Sauvignon Blanc but brings an individual note of ripeness. Not quite tropical it nonetheless bursts with juicy pear. If you love Sauvignon Blanc this is an intriguing facet of this variety to try. Juicy refreshment is guaranteed.	Steirische Klassik	90
122,280	italy	This linear wine opens with aromas of blue flower, underbrush and red berries. The palate delivers bright red cherry, espresso and a white pepper note alongside firm, drying tannins. Pair this with hearty Tuscan soups. Drink 2014–2019.	Casalino Riserva	87
54,139	france	Delicately sparkling, this creamy Champagne is crisp, fruity and on the dry side of Brut. It has citrus as well as pear flavors giving a fruity edge to the lively texture. This delicious wine should age a little longer, so drink from 2019.	Nuit Blanche Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut	93
58,780	us	Tart and spicy, this brings tangy berry and pie cherry fruit into focus, buoyed by sappy acidity. The tannins are still young and chewy—a bit on the rugged side—and carry highlights of earth and sweet spice. Give it a good decanting or, better yet, a couple more years of bottle age.	Baby Poux Vineyard	91
3,504	us	Candied black cherry, crushed thyme, marjoram, peppercorn and smoked meat show on the nose of this bottling. The palate is very sweet, nearly treacly by sip two, showing concentrated strawberry juice and hoisin spice against a thick mouthfeel.	Euphoric La Vista Vineyard	88
41,054	us	From a warm, ripe vintage, this reflects those characteristics with fruit-driven flavors of plum, berry and apricot. Round and full-bodied, it finishes with a lick of orange liqueur.	Treehouse Estate	89
21,035	us	Layers of mint and earth are slightly out of proportion in this leathery wine, the finish leaving a somewhat sour taste.	Gracie Creek Vineyards	83
8,415	chile	Combine a cool year with cool-climate, single-vineyard origins and the result is this: olive, bell pepper and saucy tomato aromas, followed by a pointy, high-acid palate that's jagged in feel. Snappy red-plum and red-cherry flavors end with acid-driven crispness.	Coastal Cool Climate Single Vineyard	85
104,542	us	Fruit-forward, showing ripe, sweet blackberry, cherry, blueberry and cocoa flavors, elaborately uplifted by toasty oak. Made in the modern style, it's rich and delicious now.	Cardinal's Peak	91
93,989	france	Light and bright, this slightly textured wine is full of crisp green and citrus fruits. A great tang of acidity and freshness flows through this attractive wine. Drink now.	Cuvée Le Charnay	85
20,217	france	This wine comes from vines south of the Mont Sainte-Victoire and close to the edge of the Aix-en-Provence region. The cool vineyard site helps the wine keep extreme freshness. Plenty of wild strawberry flavors are lifted by acidity and a refreshing citrus edge.	Rose Infinie	90
67,838	italy	Blacedelle is a great introduction wine for those who are not familiar with Lagrein, a traditional grape variety found in the far north of Italy. The wine opens with inky dark concentration and continues with aromas of black fruit, blackberry pie, spice and cigar box.	Blacedelle	88
46,753	chile	Nice aromas of smoked meat, coconut, dried berry fruit and pepper set up a nice palate of concentrated, snappy raspberry and plum flavors. Clean, mildly herbal, nicely spiced and with good mouthfeel and follow through. Shows the mildest touch of creamy oak flavor.	Castillo de Molina Reserva	87
115,728	canada	Author Heidi Noble (Menus From An Orchard Table) and her husband Michael Dinn make Joie, and all four releases are beautifully executed. This unusual blend includes Riesling, Gewürz, Pinot Blanc, Kerner and Ehrenfelser, with a splash of unfermented grape juice “in the spirit of Edelzwicker.” It is intensely perfumed, oily and loaded with peach and citrus, with the acidity to offset the sweetness.	A Noble Blend White	89
70,282	us	Soft and inviting on the nose, this wine shows buttercream, lemon curds, browned butter and caramel sauce aromas. It's richly layered on the palate with buttery elements, though the lemon blossoms, seared pineapple and vanilla flavors provide intriguing depth.	Sarmento Vineyard	90
17,186	israel	This wine is dark garnet in the glass, with aromas of raspberry and boysenberry that set the palate up for flavors of eucalyptus, thyme, oregano and black cherry. The flavor profile leans a little too far towards the herbal end of the spectrum, but it is ultimately a pleasant and easy-drinking wine.	Mt. Tabor	89
37,372	us	You'll need to give this young pup some years in the cellar, because as constructed, it's tough and hard. The acids and tannins stand out, while the fruit and oak have not been integrated. But it's an enormously rich, complicated Pinot Noir, offering tiers of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, licorice, orange peel and sweet smoky oak, and the texture is pure silk. Better after 2011 and through 2014.	Hirsch Vineyard	94
20,440	spain	Dense and meaty up-front, this opens with aromas of mulled berry and savory spices. An almost mean tannic bite on a narrow palate offers little cushion or support, while blackberry, chocolate and mint flavors finish like bricks in the mouth due to fierce tannins. Drink or hold.	Solideo Reserva 25 Meses	88
16,186	spain	This wine's compact, lightly toasted berry aromas are reticent but also slyly complex. The palate is packed with firm, abrasive tannins. Dark berry, spice, toast and chocolate flavors finish long and harmonious, with equal amounts of herbal, exotic, oak and berry flavors. Drink through 2026.	Selección	92
87,956	chile	Brined berry aromas meet an aroma of wet cement. This is medium in body, with herbal berry and chocolate flavors ending on a mild stewed and minty note.	Reserve	84
99,470	france	Named after the King of France who was crowned in Reims cathedral by Joan of Arc in 1429, this cuvée with its rounded toast and yeast flavors is attractively mature and soft. It has baked-apple flavors and a ripe, perfumed texture. The acidity at the end is gentle and rich.	Charles VII Grande Cuvée des Lys Blanc de Blancs Brut	89
105,538	us	Deep black plum and black cherry flavors lend fruit concentration to this full-bodied and mouth-filling wine from a tiny hilltop appellation in Mendocino County. Its dark fruit flavors are quite ripe but not sweet, and a good wrapping of fine-grained tannins supports the richness very well.	Weir Vineyard Méthode Ancienne	92
108,245	italy	Aromas of tobacco, dried rose, mature berry and leather meld together on the glass. The firm palate is still a bit closed, but offers dried red cherry, licorice, grilled herb and a hint of black tea alongside firm tannins that give the finish some grip.	Riserva	92
52,582	france	Red plum and strawberry compote rise faintly from the glass. The palate is fruity but dilute, easy and clean. Drink soon and possibly chilled a little to accentuate the freshness.	Rodern	86
128,300	germany	While shades of slate and saffron lend complexity and nuance, this semisweet wine is more a showcase of sumptuous yellow peach and pear flavors. Its high-toned acidity and delicate, lacy mouthfeel make it irresistibly gulpable.	Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Josefsberg Old Vines Spätlese	92
15,563	italy	Blue flower, wild rose, perfumed berry and a balsamic note waft from the glass. Structured but graceful, the vibrant palate weaves together crunchy red cherry, crushed raspberry, white pepper, licorice and cinnamon alongside firm but polished tannins. Tempting now but hold for complexity. Drink 2018–2030.	Ravera	94
57,774	spain	Smoky, dark and robust, with blackberry and black coffee on the bouquet. It's full, textured, resiny and tannic on the palate, with blocky blackberry, leather and a pinch of saltiness. Dry, dense and oaky late, this is powerful overall.	Venta Mazzaron	88
95,061	us	An intensity of petrol-like oakiness on the nose of this wine suggests a youthful coiling that's yet to unravel. Still, plenty of promise is revealed, from robust yet floral elements of golden apple and honey to the effusive back notes of peach. Medium bodied, it finishes crisp and creamy, an expert combination of strength and elegance. Drink now through 2020.	Rochioli Vineyard	95
82,648	us	Cyclops is 80% Red Mountain Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and some Roussanne filling out the rest. It might have been forged in steel, as it captures the core of metal and mineral, the stiff tannins, and the compact, dense red and black fruits of the AVA. Bright, tart berry fruit is underscored with light suggestions of clean earth.	Cyclops	91
25,858	us	A faint yeastiness subsides to expose luxurious aromas of violet, white peach and green herb on this single-vineyard Riesling. Lushly textured with flavors of yellow cherry and stone fruit, it has a steely, minerally tone that persists through the long finish.	Hobbit Hollow Vineyard	88
76,695	italy	Aromas of scorched earth, pressed rose and a funky note of game lead the nose. The lean, diluted palate offers raisin and a hint of dried black cherry alongside gritty, fleeting tannins.	Riserva	83
98,504	us	Primary aromas of grapeseed and blueberry are mixed with touches of old clove and dried tobacco on the nose of this blend. Dusty and dried fruit flavors show most intensely on the sip, with extremely strong gingerbread spice.	Quatre Melanges	86
124,382	south africa	A great value, this Merlot-dominant blend, with splashes of Cab Sauv and Cab Franc exudes ripe aromas and flavors of rich dark fruit and berries jazzed up with layers of cigar tobacco, leather, savory herbs and tree bark. Concentrated and mouthfilling, with a velvety texture, it's a well-balanced wine with fine, but persistent tannins and a lengthy finish.	Three	90
31,290	argentina	Those familiar with Altocedro's Malbecs know that oak will be a key player. For this 200-case, small-batch wine, the nose offers a blast of barrel power that initially smells like a sawmill. The palate is bold and full, with flavors of buttery oak, vanilla and salty black fruits. There's grip to the finish, which, not surprisingly, tastes woody, dark and minty. Drink through 2022.	Finca Los Gallegos	91
117,649	austria	There is a wonderful tang of orange zest in this fresh and fruit wine. With its attractive perfumes and flavors of currants it is ready to drink now but could age for a few years. Screwcap.	Kamptaler Terrassen	88
19,340	us	Graceful acidity balances the big flavor and salty oak of this wine, awash in bite-worthy green apple, tart quince and lemon. The body is medium but expertly textured, providing intense length and weight on the finish.	Grace Benoist Ranch Estate Grown	88
38,026	us	This wine's thick and buttery aromas range from cashew cream and caramel to honeysuckle and Maui onion. Its powerful acidity cuts through the palate's unctuous and oily qualities, with buttercream and lemon juice flavors combining for a big personality.	Dijon Clone	90
5,011	us	Truly stunning, the Lewis Estate Riesling from Dunham explodes with fragrant fruits—citrus, melon and tropical. A symphony of subtle accents, such as powdered sugar, candied citrus peel and breakfast tea, this gorgeous bottle belongs with the short list of the very best of Washington's many Rieslings.	Lewis Estate Vineyard	95
111,404	us	The charming nose of freshly picked berries promises good things to come. Off-dry, but not cloying, the palate is approachable and flirty, with fresh fruit flavors and a crisp finish. Not terribly complex, but overall a good go-to sparkling wine.	Blanc de Noirs	85
128,985	italy	A blend based on Nerello Mascalese, with a tiny percentage of Nerello Cappuccio, this boasts a bold, compelling bouquet of wild berry, leather, tobacco and a light shading of crushed spice. The mouthfeel is characterized by elegance, power and determination.	Feudo	93
43,742	us	This is a creamy, tasty, delicious wine, showing a rich mix of vanilla, lemon curd, peach and melon flavors. It coats the tongue generously and has an appealing purity.	Traditions	88
109,064	france	Using grapes sourced from 50-year-old vines, this is a powerful expression of rich Chardonnay. It has great depth of flavor, with concentrated, intense and ripe yellow and white fruits, spiced from having aged in the wood. Allow to age for over five years.	Les Clos Grand Cru	93
72,703	romania	This wine is medium straw in color with aromas of freshly cut grass and lemongrass. It's slightly sweet on the palate, with pronounced fruit flavors of lychee and kumquat.	Dreambird	87
65,457	spain	Aromas of wet cement, plum, blueberry and cherry come with moderate oak. This feels wide and grabby, with no definitive focal point. Spicy earthy slightly exotic berry and plum flavors finish with grabby tannins and juicy acidity.	Gotes del Montsant	88
42,247	us	A touch blossomy against a core of ripe raspberry and cherry perfume, the nose on this traditional-method Pinot Noir sparkler is particularly alluring. The palate is elegant and fresh, marked by fine, mouthfilling mousse and delicate raspberry-candy finish.	Cuvée Gabriella Brut Rosé	89
97,809	us	From a producer with a generally good track record for off-dry Riesling comes this delightfully crisp, fruity wine. With a touch of white sugar in the background, it shows brisk flavors of limes, peaches, green apples and vanilla.	Cole Ranch	87
7,321	italy	Ketchup aromas are pungent and a bit overwhelming. It's too bad because the wine tastes good thanks to its firm structure.	Vigna di Pallino	81
110,087	france	This wine has a bitter edge to it, although attractive fruit lies underneath. It is juicy, packed with red fruits and acidity, although that surface bitterness is off-putting.	Léon	84
56,922	us	While super light in color and texture, this old-vine Zinfandel is undaunting, with a subtle intermingling of jammy cherry and mint flavors. Made to commemorate McFadden's 40 years of farming, it's a throwback in color and personality to a different time and place in Zinfandel.	Old Vine-40th Anniversary Edition	87
53,155	spain	Floral aromas are airy and fun. This is lean, bright and high in acid. Flavors of stony lime and white pineapple finish minerally and fresh, with a light, long, acid-driven finish.	Blanc de Pacs Organic Farming Parellada-Xarello-Macabeu	86
100,883	us	Exotic yellow-spice notes meet with lean lime pith on the light and crisp nose of this old-vine expression from a historic winery. Meyer-lemon rind and juice show brightly on the palate, where grippy chalkiness complements rich lemon-curd flavors.	Heritage Vines Estate Grown	91
94,871	us	Complex aromas like cedar, pipe tobacco and pencil lead light up this inky dark wine as concentrated black cherry and blackberry flavors kick in. It's extremely full bodied and the texture is plush, almost thick, coating the mouth with fruit and fine tannins that linger nicely on the finish.	Jewel Collection Series Estate Reserve	91
88,721	us	A lightly aromatic offering of Cabernet Franc with notes of cherry cola, medicine cabinet, and herbs. The palate leans heavily on the grainy tannic structure with the light fruit flavors accented by tart, fresh acidity	Wild One Estate Grown Cabernet Franc Destiny Ridge Vineyards	86
97,460	germany	Musky, floral perfume introduces this bright, candied Riesling full of sweet pink grapefruit and tangerine flavors. Crisp acidity freshens the mid palate but the finish is a touch caramelized. Drink now.	Dr. H	89
60,294	portugal	A ripe blend of local Douro white grapes, this is attractively soft and fruity. It has a warm, creamy texture that encompasses the young fruits. With acidity and a crisp aftertaste, the wine is ready to develop for a few more months. Drink from 2018.	Porrais Branco	86
33,688	us	This cuvée gets some extra time in 40% new wood, and is bottled unfiltered. Plush blackberry and black cherry fruit flavors, accented with streaks of cola and chocolate, capture your attention. It's a rich tasty forward immediately enjoyable bottle, so go for it now through 2020.	Ribbon Ridge	90
40,009	france	A soft, finely integrated wine with ripe apple fruits and a crisp citrus texture. With its creamy mousse and lively final acidity this nonvintage cuvée is ready to drink. Palmer is the brand name for a grouping of seven growers.	Brut Réserve	87
62,314	france	The grandest of the Chablis Grand Crus has produced a structured, still very young, wine. With its ripe apple and Bartlett pear fruit and tight, chalky mineral texture, it will be impressive once it unwinds. Drink from 2020.	Les Clos Grand Cru	94
26,575	us	Bright aromas of macerated cranberries and maraschino cherries along with vanilla and wood spice accents are followed by tart and appealing fruit flavors. The oak gets a bit too prominent.	Reserve Estate Produced	86
18,952	us	This new designation from Rex Hill is a bit reticent aromatically, but full on the palate, with plummy fruit and a light hint of barnyard. Good texture and nicely threaded flavors roll onto the smooth, lingering finish.	Old School	91
110,522	us	Big oak surrounds soft layers of earthy mushroom, clove and tobacco, the wine powerfully built and full-bodied in ripeness. Black pepper and a green note of cedar dot the finish.	Reserve	90
34,994	us	From a vineyard site close to the Pacific Ocean, this bombastically rich wine is hard to resist, with its supple rose and lavender notes that grow more powerful on the palate. It leads with fleshy strawberry flavors, augmenting its ripeness with cardamom and chocolate touches.	Huckleberry Snodgrass	92
71,486	chile	Stewed red berries and an herbal streak define the nose, which also offers carob and spice notes. The palate feels mostly deep and padded, with layering and flavors of herbs, pepper, spice and plum. A meaty, herbal finish with a tomato paste quality is the final act.	Max Reserva	89
91,533	new zealand	The 2012 vintage was a cool one in Marlborough, and it shows in this wine, especially when compared to the fine, elegant 2013 Te Koko. This is grassy and herbal, even hinting a bit at green peas, yet still offers a compelling texture and ample length. It may even outlive the 2013, even if it doesn't quite reach the same heights.	Te Koko	90
111,456	argentina	Smells grassy, jumpy and foxy, and while it sports a decent feel on the palate, it's herbal and tomatoey in terms of flavor, with a vegetal undertone. Green and oaky on the finish.	Reserva	81
80,906	chile	After a dark, earthy, leathery opening, this blend of Carignan, Grenache and Mourvèdre presents itself as a lively, bright wine with dark fruit flavors, leather, dry spice, oak and a touch of heat on the finish. This is a serious blend with a chewy body and no shortage of power. Drink now–2017.	Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Apalta Vineyard	90
29,284	serbia	A blend of 60% Prokupac and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon this Serbian wine smells of red cherry and blackberry. It is full bodied, while tasting of black cherry and blackberry. The finish is fruit filled with a touch of leather.	Sub Rosa	89
123,697	italy	Made of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, this opulent wine evokes black currant, underbrush and vanilla on the nose. The concentrated palate delivers cassis, toast, tobacco and a black pepper note, while close-grained tannins leave an astringent finish. Drink 2018–2022.	Guado de' Gemoli	90
92,283	us	At a time when California rosés are marching toward dryness, this one hews to a richer path. It has flavors of raspberries, strawberries and white sugar.	The Count's Selection Pinot Noir	84
106,071	us	This is likeable for its acidity and savory citrus flavors, which work together to get the tastebuds watering. There's a strong note of sour gooseberry, with a touch of honey in the finish.	Diamond Collection	85
64,789	us	Light in color, aromas of vanilla, caramel, toast, char and wood spice lead to wood-forward fruit flavors backed by tart acids. The oak seems out of check but it still brings some appeal.	Rosebud Vineyard Red Wine	87
2,928	us	Dry, with thick tannins housing blackberry, herb and olive flavors. Drink now.	Heart Arrow Ranch	84
27,435	france	Dry and serious, this firm wine is classic Bordeaux. It has weight, a core of tannins and black currant fruitiness that needs time to fully integrate with the dense structure. Give this exemplary wine another five years.	Vieilles Vignes	91
11,830	france	This attractively balanced, ripe wine offers rich fruitiness and soft acidity, with apple, pear and greengage flavors. The full mousse brings a creamy character to this ready-to-drink wine from the Aube, the southern part of Champagne.	Sélection Brut	88
3,728	spain	This smells wild and yeasty, like sourdough bread blended with a hot summer field. Flavors of white fruits and melon are briny, while this closes with dry white-fruit flavors and peppery notes.	Gran Brut	86
115,214	italy	This opens with alluring aromas of Granny Smith apple, citrus zest and a hint of flint. On the creamy palate, notes of Alpine herb and mineral accent Abate Fetel pear and tangy nectarine. Lively acidity gives it a crisp finish. While enjoyable now, it will also drink well for several years. Enjoy through 2020.	Anna	91
37,751	us	A superdark color and effusive aromas of wood smoke, raisin and dried fig set the stage for extremely concentrated, ripe fruit on the palate and a thickly tannic texture. The exuberance of the grape and blackberry flavors nicely counterbalances the firm texture. This will age well, so best to drink it after 2020.	Earthquake	93
3,066	us	Another stellar effort from this terrific new winery. Luscious aromas—stone fruits, candy, wax, peel, honey, cumin, allspice—it just keeps on going. Firm in the mouth, with the same exotic and refined blend of interesting spices and fruits. A tour de force.	Soleil	94
47,560	italy	This offers scents that recall baked plum, dark baking spice, leather, espresso and a hint of menthol. The round, medium-bodied palate displays mature Morello cherry, fennel seed and coffee while fine-grained tannins provide support.	Poggio Teo	88
41,666	us	Vin d'été means “summer wine,” and this delicate Cabernet Franc would be the perfect companion to a balmy summer eve. It's unabashedly rustic in style, with touches of leafy herbs, clay and barnyard accentuating crisp black-cherry flavors. Brisk and sprightly on the palate, it finishes long, with a murmur of velvety tannins. Unusual and a bit mysterious, yet truly lovely.	Vin d'été Unfined & Unfiltered	90
79,213	israel	This wine has a bouquet of cassis, violet and black pepper. Well-integrated flavors of cassis, strawberry preserves, anise, fennel bulb and lavender are set amid silky tannins that feel as if they may go on forever but are surpassed at the finish when fruit flavors pull out all the stops.	Namura Single Vineyard Special Reserve	90
77,161	portugal	This is a concentrated and ripe wine with a solid structure that will allow it to age. With bold berry fruits and firm tannins, it is still developing. Give this serious wine until 2019.	Tinto	90
20,673	chile	This is a full and chunky type of New World Chardonnay, with an oily, mildly stalky nose that offers corn and apple aromas. It feels big across the palate and tastes toasted and peachy, with a fresh apple streak for balance. The finish is defined by viscosity and toasty apple flavors. Drink now.	Corralillo	87

48,169

spain

This is a particular style of Albariño. Aromas of white flowers distant mineral and green melon set up a plump, layered palate, with core acidity but also flatness that will only increase the longer it goes. Flavors of nectarine, orange and melon register as citric but also creamy. This is a unique Galician white that's stylish but won't last forever; drink immediately.

Gran Vinum Selección Especial

90

8,847

italy

Underbrush, scorched earth, ripe berry, blue flower and leather aromas take shape in the glass. The full-bodied enveloping palate doles out black cherry marinated in spirits, fleshy raspberry, truffle game and dark baking spice alongside firm, velvety tannins. A licorice note marks the finish. It's evolving quickly and won't need years to come around. Drink 2020–2030.

Arione

93

84,708

portugal

This is a ripe, attractively fruity wine with black plum flavor and a generous texture. It's firm and rich, cut with acidity and tannin and needs further time to develop. Drink from 2018.

Cabriz Reserva

89

123,218

new zealand

It was fascinating to compare this to Two Paddocks' regular bottling. The Last Chance is slightly richer, but otherwise features many of the same elements: smoke, tart cherries and delicate herbal notes. Despite the extra concentration, it's still supple and approachable now.

The Last Chance Earnscleugh Vineyard

90

62,579

us

Dried black cherries, a hint of purple flowers and a touch of tar show on the closed nose of this wine. The palate is also extremely wound up at this stage, with hints of espresso and dark chocolate. Although the structure is impressive, it does not allow much flavor to escape right now.

Estate

86

373

italy

Crisp, green, grassy wine with fresh acidity and herbeceous character. It is very New World with its tropical flavors and open, forward fruit.

I Fiori del Borgo

88

57,393

us

This Syrah-Petite Sirah is starting to show some bottle age. It's still high in tannins, but the primary red and black stone fruits and berries are mellowing into dried fruits, with funkier notes of bacon, leather and tamari-splashed sautéed wild mushrooms. An interesting wine to drink now, and should continue to evolve for another 5–6 years.

Megandina Vineyard Vintner's Cuvée

88

23,185

france

Santa Duc's small parcel of Châteauneuf-du-Pape is planted to a mix of 95% Grenache and 5% Mourvèdre. It's a peppery, briary wine that's savory and spicy, with blackberry fruit providing support rather than leading. The tannins are soft, but still provide ample structure for aging through 2020.

Habemus Papam

93

20,510

us

Richness in the texture and a buttery vanilla-like flavor make this wine easy to dive into. It has lots of ripe apple, peach and white cherry flavor and an energetic complexity due to those pastry spices, plus a lingering, creamy finish.

Blanc de Gris

90

34,628

portugal

Huge, rich and juicy, this brings out the superripe fruit and heat of the Alentejo. With a high proportion of Petit Verdot and Alicante Bouschet (hence the alcohol and the color), this wine is certainly over the top. At the same time, it's very enjoyable for its up-front fruit and structure. Drink from 2017.

Reserva

91

53,787

germany

Jolts of lemon-lime acidity reverberate throughout this dry, mineral-focused wine. Golden apple, pear and lemon flavors are ripe and concentrated, but the palate maintains a svelte, spry style.

Juffer Trocken GG

91

105,124

chile

Spicy berry, bath soap and graphite aromas are a bit hard to understand. Somewhat raw and pinched in feel, this tastes of spicy plum and tomato. On the finish, peppery notes of hard spice and plum are solid, as is the closing feel.

Pirca

87

102,125

australia

This vintage of Rocky Gully Riesling comes across as quite ripe and rich despite the modest alcohol content. Smoky hints of struck flint and heating oil spice up flavors of baked apple and vanilla, then linger on the finish.

Rocky Gully

91

77,576

chile

Opens with sensational aromas that span plum, berry and chocolate. Feels compact yet juicy, with a lot of depth and purity. Wild berry, mint and bacon-like flavors work the palate, while the finish is defined by tannins, woody spice and natural body. A smooth bruiser to enjoy with venison or steak.

Gran Reserva

91

115,230

us

Fire up the barbecue and grill a steak to pair with this rich, ripe, lusty blend. Comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, it's enormously extracted with flavors of blackberry jam, chocolate and bacon. The tannins are strong, but soft acidity helps make them drinkable now.

Stagecoach Vineyard Proprietary

88

57,246

italy

Aromas of ripe red berry, fragrant blue flower, cake spice, menthol and an earthy hint of truffle emerge in the glass. The juicy palate offers fleshy cherry, raspberry, licorice and chopped mint alongside firm, velvety tannins. Drink through 2022.

Cannubi

90

27,840

us

Savory, smoky tones lend a shadowy feel to fresh apple and pear flavors in this dry medium-bodied Pinot Gris. It's not deeply concentrated in fruit but refreshing and easy going. Drink now through 2018.

Sawmill Creek Vineyards

86

89,003

austria

Nettle, tomato leaf and ripe, juicy pear make for an intriguing aroma that is still recognizable as varietal Sauvignon Blanc but brings an individual note of ripeness. Not quite tropical it nonetheless bursts with juicy pear. If you love Sauvignon Blanc this is an intriguing facet of this variety to try. Juicy refreshment is guaranteed.

Steirische Klassik

90

122,280

italy

This linear wine opens with aromas of blue flower, underbrush and red berries. The palate delivers bright red cherry, espresso and a white pepper note alongside firm, drying tannins. Pair this with hearty Tuscan soups. Drink 2014–2019.

Casalino Riserva

87

54,139

france

Delicately sparkling, this creamy Champagne is crisp, fruity and on the dry side of Brut. It has citrus as well as pear flavors giving a fruity edge to the lively texture. This delicious wine should age a little longer, so drink from 2019.

Nuit Blanche Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut

93

58,780

us

Tart and spicy, this brings tangy berry and pie cherry fruit into focus, buoyed by sappy acidity. The tannins are still young and chewy—a bit on the rugged side—and carry highlights of earth and sweet spice. Give it a good decanting or, better yet, a couple more years of bottle age.

Baby Poux Vineyard

91

3,504

us

Candied black cherry, crushed thyme, marjoram, peppercorn and smoked meat show on the nose of this bottling. The palate is very sweet, nearly treacly by sip two, showing concentrated strawberry juice and hoisin spice against a thick mouthfeel.

Euphoric La Vista Vineyard

88

41,054

us

From a warm, ripe vintage, this reflects those characteristics with fruit-driven flavors of plum, berry and apricot. Round and full-bodied, it finishes with a lick of orange liqueur.

Treehouse Estate

89

21,035

us

Layers of mint and earth are slightly out of proportion in this leathery wine, the finish leaving a somewhat sour taste.

Gracie Creek Vineyards

83

8,415

chile

Combine a cool year with cool-climate, single-vineyard origins and the result is this: olive, bell pepper and saucy tomato aromas, followed by a pointy, high-acid palate that's jagged in feel. Snappy red-plum and red-cherry flavors end with acid-driven crispness.

Coastal Cool Climate Single Vineyard

85

104,542

us

Fruit-forward, showing ripe, sweet blackberry, cherry, blueberry and cocoa flavors, elaborately uplifted by toasty oak. Made in the modern style, it's rich and delicious now.

Cardinal's Peak

91

93,989

france

Light and bright, this slightly textured wine is full of crisp green and citrus fruits. A great tang of acidity and freshness flows through this attractive wine. Drink now.

Cuvée Le Charnay

85

20,217

france

This wine comes from vines south of the Mont Sainte-Victoire and close to the edge of the Aix-en-Provence region. The cool vineyard site helps the wine keep extreme freshness. Plenty of wild strawberry flavors are lifted by acidity and a refreshing citrus edge.

Rose Infinie

90

67,838

italy

Blacedelle is a great introduction wine for those who are not familiar with Lagrein, a traditional grape variety found in the far north of Italy. The wine opens with inky dark concentration and continues with aromas of black fruit, blackberry pie, spice and cigar box.

Blacedelle

88

46,753

chile

Nice aromas of smoked meat, coconut, dried berry fruit and pepper set up a nice palate of concentrated, snappy raspberry and plum flavors. Clean, mildly herbal, nicely spiced and with good mouthfeel and follow through. Shows the mildest touch of creamy oak flavor.

Castillo de Molina Reserva

87

115,728

canada

Author Heidi Noble (Menus From An Orchard Table) and her husband Michael Dinn make Joie, and all four releases are beautifully executed. This unusual blend includes Riesling, Gewürz, Pinot Blanc, Kerner and Ehrenfelser, with a splash of unfermented grape juice “in the spirit of Edelzwicker.” It is intensely perfumed, oily and loaded with peach and citrus, with the acidity to offset the sweetness.

A Noble Blend White

89

70,282

us

Soft and inviting on the nose, this wine shows buttercream, lemon curds, browned butter and caramel sauce aromas. It's richly layered on the palate with buttery elements, though the lemon blossoms, seared pineapple and vanilla flavors provide intriguing depth.

Sarmento Vineyard

90

17,186

israel

This wine is dark garnet in the glass, with aromas of raspberry and boysenberry that set the palate up for flavors of eucalyptus, thyme, oregano and black cherry. The flavor profile leans a little too far towards the herbal end of the spectrum, but it is ultimately a pleasant and easy-drinking wine.

Mt. Tabor

89

37,372

us

You'll need to give this young pup some years in the cellar, because as constructed, it's tough and hard. The acids and tannins stand out, while the fruit and oak have not been integrated. But it's an enormously rich, complicated Pinot Noir, offering tiers of cherries, currants, cola, pomegranates, licorice, orange peel and sweet smoky oak, and the texture is pure silk. Better after 2011 and through 2014.

Hirsch Vineyard

94

20,440

spain

Dense and meaty up-front, this opens with aromas of mulled berry and savory spices. An almost mean tannic bite on a narrow palate offers little cushion or support, while blackberry, chocolate and mint flavors finish like bricks in the mouth due to fierce tannins. Drink or hold.

Solideo Reserva 25 Meses

88

16,186

spain

This wine's compact, lightly toasted berry aromas are reticent but also slyly complex. The palate is packed with firm, abrasive tannins. Dark berry, spice, toast and chocolate flavors finish long and harmonious, with equal amounts of herbal, exotic, oak and berry flavors. Drink through 2026.

Selección

92

87,956

chile

Brined berry aromas meet an aroma of wet cement. This is medium in body, with herbal berry and chocolate flavors ending on a mild stewed and minty note.

Reserve

84

99,470

france

Named after the King of France who was crowned in Reims cathedral by Joan of Arc in 1429, this cuvée with its rounded toast and yeast flavors is attractively mature and soft. It has baked-apple flavors and a ripe, perfumed texture. The acidity at the end is gentle and rich.

Charles VII Grande Cuvée des Lys Blanc de Blancs Brut

89

105,538

us

Deep black plum and black cherry flavors lend fruit concentration to this full-bodied and mouth-filling wine from a tiny hilltop appellation in Mendocino County. Its dark fruit flavors are quite ripe but not sweet, and a good wrapping of fine-grained tannins supports the richness very well.

Weir Vineyard Méthode Ancienne

92

108,245

italy

Aromas of tobacco, dried rose, mature berry and leather meld together on the glass. The firm palate is still a bit closed, but offers dried red cherry, licorice, grilled herb and a hint of black tea alongside firm tannins that give the finish some grip.

Riserva

92

52,582

france

Red plum and strawberry compote rise faintly from the glass. The palate is fruity but dilute, easy and clean. Drink soon and possibly chilled a little to accentuate the freshness.

Rodern

86

128,300

germany

While shades of slate and saffron lend complexity and nuance, this semisweet wine is more a showcase of sumptuous yellow peach and pear flavors. Its high-toned acidity and delicate, lacy mouthfeel make it irresistibly gulpable.

Zeltinger Sonnenuhr Josefsberg Old Vines Spätlese

92

15,563

italy

Blue flower, wild rose, perfumed berry and a balsamic note waft from the glass. Structured but graceful, the vibrant palate weaves together crunchy red cherry, crushed raspberry, white pepper, licorice and cinnamon alongside firm but polished tannins. Tempting now but hold for complexity. Drink 2018–2030.

Ravera

94

57,774

spain

Smoky, dark and robust, with blackberry and black coffee on the bouquet. It's full, textured, resiny and tannic on the palate, with blocky blackberry, leather and a pinch of saltiness. Dry, dense and oaky late, this is powerful overall.

Venta Mazzaron

88

95,061

us

An intensity of petrol-like oakiness on the nose of this wine suggests a youthful coiling that's yet to unravel. Still, plenty of promise is revealed, from robust yet floral elements of golden apple and honey to the effusive back notes of peach. Medium bodied, it finishes crisp and creamy, an expert combination of strength and elegance. Drink now through 2020.

Rochioli Vineyard

95

82,648

us

Cyclops is 80% Red Mountain Syrah, with Grenache, Mourvèdre and some Roussanne filling out the rest. It might have been forged in steel, as it captures the core of metal and mineral, the stiff tannins, and the compact, dense red and black fruits of the AVA. Bright, tart berry fruit is underscored with light suggestions of clean earth.

Cyclops

91

25,858

us

A faint yeastiness subsides to expose luxurious aromas of violet, white peach and green herb on this single-vineyard Riesling. Lushly textured with flavors of yellow cherry and stone fruit, it has a steely, minerally tone that persists through the long finish.

Hobbit Hollow Vineyard

88

76,695

italy

Aromas of scorched earth, pressed rose and a funky note of game lead the nose. The lean, diluted palate offers raisin and a hint of dried black cherry alongside gritty, fleeting tannins.

Riserva

83

98,504

us

Primary aromas of grapeseed and blueberry are mixed with touches of old clove and dried tobacco on the nose of this blend. Dusty and dried fruit flavors show most intensely on the sip, with extremely strong gingerbread spice.

Quatre Melanges

86

124,382

south africa

A great value, this Merlot-dominant blend, with splashes of Cab Sauv and Cab Franc exudes ripe aromas and flavors of rich dark fruit and berries jazzed up with layers of cigar tobacco, leather, savory herbs and tree bark. Concentrated and mouthfilling, with a velvety texture, it's a well-balanced wine with fine, but persistent tannins and a lengthy finish.

Three

90

31,290

argentina

Those familiar with Altocedro's Malbecs know that oak will be a key player. For this 200-case, small-batch wine, the nose offers a blast of barrel power that initially smells like a sawmill. The palate is bold and full, with flavors of buttery oak, vanilla and salty black fruits. There's grip to the finish, which, not surprisingly, tastes woody, dark and minty. Drink through 2022.

Finca Los Gallegos

91

117,649

austria

There is a wonderful tang of orange zest in this fresh and fruit wine. With its attractive perfumes and flavors of currants it is ready to drink now but could age for a few years. Screwcap.

Kamptaler Terrassen

88

19,340

us

Graceful acidity balances the big flavor and salty oak of this wine, awash in bite-worthy green apple, tart quince and lemon. The body is medium but expertly textured, providing intense length and weight on the finish.

Grace Benoist Ranch Estate Grown

88

38,026

us

This wine's thick and buttery aromas range from cashew cream and caramel to honeysuckle and Maui onion. Its powerful acidity cuts through the palate's unctuous and oily qualities, with buttercream and lemon juice flavors combining for a big personality.

Dijon Clone

90

5,011

us

Truly stunning, the Lewis Estate Riesling from Dunham explodes with fragrant fruits—citrus, melon and tropical. A symphony of subtle accents, such as powdered sugar, candied citrus peel and breakfast tea, this gorgeous bottle belongs with the short list of the very best of Washington's many Rieslings.

Lewis Estate Vineyard

95

111,404

us

The charming nose of freshly picked berries promises good things to come. Off-dry, but not cloying, the palate is approachable and flirty, with fresh fruit flavors and a crisp finish. Not terribly complex, but overall a good go-to sparkling wine.

Blanc de Noirs

85

128,985

italy

A blend based on Nerello Mascalese, with a tiny percentage of Nerello Cappuccio, this boasts a bold, compelling bouquet of wild berry, leather, tobacco and a light shading of crushed spice. The mouthfeel is characterized by elegance, power and determination.

Feudo

93

43,742

us

This is a creamy, tasty, delicious wine, showing a rich mix of vanilla, lemon curd, peach and melon flavors. It coats the tongue generously and has an appealing purity.

Traditions

88

109,064

france

Using grapes sourced from 50-year-old vines, this is a powerful expression of rich Chardonnay. It has great depth of flavor, with concentrated, intense and ripe yellow and white fruits, spiced from having aged in the wood. Allow to age for over five years.

Les Clos Grand Cru

93

72,703

romania

This wine is medium straw in color with aromas of freshly cut grass and lemongrass. It's slightly sweet on the palate, with pronounced fruit flavors of lychee and kumquat.

Dreambird

87

65,457

spain

Aromas of wet cement, plum, blueberry and cherry come with moderate oak. This feels wide and grabby, with no definitive focal point. Spicy earthy slightly exotic berry and plum flavors finish with grabby tannins and juicy acidity.

Gotes del Montsant

88

42,247

us

A touch blossomy against a core of ripe raspberry and cherry perfume, the nose on this traditional-method Pinot Noir sparkler is particularly alluring. The palate is elegant and fresh, marked by fine, mouthfilling mousse and delicate raspberry-candy finish.

Cuvée Gabriella Brut Rosé

89

97,809

us

From a producer with a generally good track record for off-dry Riesling comes this delightfully crisp, fruity wine. With a touch of white sugar in the background, it shows brisk flavors of limes, peaches, green apples and vanilla.

Cole Ranch

87

7,321

italy

Ketchup aromas are pungent and a bit overwhelming. It's too bad because the wine tastes good thanks to its firm structure.

Vigna di Pallino

81

110,087

france

This wine has a bitter edge to it, although attractive fruit lies underneath. It is juicy, packed with red fruits and acidity, although that surface bitterness is off-putting.

Léon

84

56,922

us

While super light in color and texture, this old-vine Zinfandel is undaunting, with a subtle intermingling of jammy cherry and mint flavors. Made to commemorate McFadden's 40 years of farming, it's a throwback in color and personality to a different time and place in Zinfandel.

Old Vine-40th Anniversary Edition

87

53,155

spain

Floral aromas are airy and fun. This is lean, bright and high in acid. Flavors of stony lime and white pineapple finish minerally and fresh, with a light, long, acid-driven finish.

Blanc de Pacs Organic Farming Parellada-Xarello-Macabeu

86

100,883

us

Exotic yellow-spice notes meet with lean lime pith on the light and crisp nose of this old-vine expression from a historic winery. Meyer-lemon rind and juice show brightly on the palate, where grippy chalkiness complements rich lemon-curd flavors.

Heritage Vines Estate Grown

91

94,871

us

Complex aromas like cedar, pipe tobacco and pencil lead light up this inky dark wine as concentrated black cherry and blackberry flavors kick in. It's extremely full bodied and the texture is plush, almost thick, coating the mouth with fruit and fine tannins that linger nicely on the finish.

Jewel Collection Series Estate Reserve

91

88,721

us

A lightly aromatic offering of Cabernet Franc with notes of cherry cola, medicine cabinet, and herbs. The palate leans heavily on the grainy tannic structure with the light fruit flavors accented by tart, fresh acidity

Wild One Estate Grown Cabernet Franc Destiny Ridge Vineyards

86

97,460

germany

Musky, floral perfume introduces this bright, candied Riesling full of sweet pink grapefruit and tangerine flavors. Crisp acidity freshens the mid palate but the finish is a touch caramelized. Drink now.

Dr. H

89

60,294

portugal

A ripe blend of local Douro white grapes, this is attractively soft and fruity. It has a warm, creamy texture that encompasses the young fruits. With acidity and a crisp aftertaste, the wine is ready to develop for a few more months. Drink from 2018.

Porrais Branco

86

33,688

us

This cuvée gets some extra time in 40% new wood, and is bottled unfiltered. Plush blackberry and black cherry fruit flavors, accented with streaks of cola and chocolate, capture your attention. It's a rich tasty forward immediately enjoyable bottle, so go for it now through 2020.

Ribbon Ridge

90

40,009

france

A soft, finely integrated wine with ripe apple fruits and a crisp citrus texture. With its creamy mousse and lively final acidity this nonvintage cuvée is ready to drink. Palmer is the brand name for a grouping of seven growers.

Brut Réserve

87

62,314

france

The grandest of the Chablis Grand Crus has produced a structured, still very young, wine. With its ripe apple and Bartlett pear fruit and tight, chalky mineral texture, it will be impressive once it unwinds. Drink from 2020.

Les Clos Grand Cru

94

26,575

us

Bright aromas of macerated cranberries and maraschino cherries along with vanilla and wood spice accents are followed by tart and appealing fruit flavors. The oak gets a bit too prominent.

Reserve Estate Produced

86

18,952

us

This new designation from Rex Hill is a bit reticent aromatically, but full on the palate, with plummy fruit and a light hint of barnyard. Good texture and nicely threaded flavors roll onto the smooth, lingering finish.

Old School

91

110,522

us

Big oak surrounds soft layers of earthy mushroom, clove and tobacco, the wine powerfully built and full-bodied in ripeness. Black pepper and a green note of cedar dot the finish.

Reserve

90

34,994

us

From a vineyard site close to the Pacific Ocean, this bombastically rich wine is hard to resist, with its supple rose and lavender notes that grow more powerful on the palate. It leads with fleshy strawberry flavors, augmenting its ripeness with cardamom and chocolate touches.

Huckleberry Snodgrass

92

71,486

chile

Stewed red berries and an herbal streak define the nose, which also offers carob and spice notes. The palate feels mostly deep and padded, with layering and flavors of herbs, pepper, spice and plum. A meaty, herbal finish with a tomato paste quality is the final act.

Max Reserva

89

91,533

new zealand

The 2012 vintage was a cool one in Marlborough, and it shows in this wine, especially when compared to the fine, elegant 2013 Te Koko. This is grassy and herbal, even hinting a bit at green peas, yet still offers a compelling texture and ample length. It may even outlive the 2013, even if it doesn't quite reach the same heights.

Te Koko

90

111,456

argentina

Smells grassy, jumpy and foxy, and while it sports a decent feel on the palate, it's herbal and tomatoey in terms of flavor, with a vegetal undertone. Green and oaky on the finish.

Reserva

81

80,906

chile

After a dark, earthy, leathery opening, this blend of Carignan, Grenache and Mourvèdre presents itself as a lively, bright wine with dark fruit flavors, leather, dry spice, oak and a touch of heat on the finish. This is a serious blend with a chewy body and no shortage of power. Drink now–2017.

Outer Limits Beyond Frontiers Apalta Vineyard

90

29,284

serbia

A blend of 60% Prokupac and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon this Serbian wine smells of red cherry and blackberry. It is full bodied, while tasting of black cherry and blackberry. The finish is fruit filled with a touch of leather.

Sub Rosa

89

123,697

italy

Made of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot, this opulent wine evokes black currant, underbrush and vanilla on the nose. The concentrated palate delivers cassis, toast, tobacco and a black pepper note, while close-grained tannins leave an astringent finish. Drink 2018–2022.

Guado de' Gemoli

90

92,283

us

At a time when California rosés are marching toward dryness, this one hews to a richer path. It has flavors of raspberries, strawberries and white sugar.

The Count's Selection Pinot Noir

84

106,071

us

This is likeable for its acidity and savory citrus flavors, which work together to get the tastebuds watering. There's a strong note of sour gooseberry, with a touch of honey in the finish.

Diamond Collection

85

64,789

us

Light in color, aromas of vanilla, caramel, toast, char and wood spice lead to wood-forward fruit flavors backed by tart acids. The oak seems out of check but it still brings some appeal.

Rosebud Vineyard Red Wine

87

2,928

us

Dry, with thick tannins housing blackberry, herb and olive flavors. Drink now.

Heart Arrow Ranch

84

27,435

france

Dry and serious, this firm wine is classic Bordeaux. It has weight, a core of tannins and black currant fruitiness that needs time to fully integrate with the dense structure. Give this exemplary wine another five years.

Vieilles Vignes

91

11,830

france

This attractively balanced, ripe wine offers rich fruitiness and soft acidity, with apple, pear and greengage flavors. The full mousse brings a creamy character to this ready-to-drink wine from the Aube, the southern part of Champagne.

Sélection Brut

88

3,728

spain

This smells wild and yeasty, like sourdough bread blended with a hot summer field. Flavors of white fruits and melon are briny, while this closes with dry white-fruit flavors and peppery notes.

Gran Brut

86

115,214

italy

This opens with alluring aromas of Granny Smith apple, citrus zest and a hint of flint. On the creamy palate, notes of Alpine herb and mineral accent Abate Fetel pear and tangy nectarine. Lively acidity gives it a crisp finish. While enjoyable now, it will also drink well for several years. Enjoy through 2020.

Anna

91

37,751

us

A superdark color and effusive aromas of wood smoke, raisin and dried fig set the stage for extremely concentrated, ripe fruit on the palate and a thickly tannic texture. The exuberance of the grape and blackberry flavors nicely counterbalances the firm texture. This will age well, so best to drink it after 2020.

Earthquake

93

3,066

us

Another stellar effort from this terrific new winery. Luscious aromas—stone fruits, candy, wax, peel, honey, cumin, allspice—it just keeps on going. Firm in the mouth, with the same exotic and refined blend of interesting spices and fruits. A tour de force.

Soleil

94

47,560

italy

This offers scents that recall baked plum, dark baking spice, leather, espresso and a hint of menthol. The round, medium-bodied palate displays mature Morello cherry, fennel seed and coffee while fine-grained tannins provide support.

Poggio Teo

88

41,666

us

Vin d'été means “summer wine,” and this delicate Cabernet Franc would be the perfect companion to a balmy summer eve. It's unabashedly rustic in style, with touches of leafy herbs, clay and barnyard accentuating crisp black-cherry flavors. Brisk and sprightly on the palate, it finishes long, with a murmur of velvety tannins. Unusual and a bit mysterious, yet truly lovely.

Vin d'été Unfined & Unfiltered

90

79,213

israel

This wine has a bouquet of cassis, violet and black pepper. Well-integrated flavors of cassis, strawberry preserves, anise, fennel bulb and lavender are set amid silky tannins that feel as if they may go on forever but are surpassed at the finish when fruit flavors pull out all the stops.

Namura Single Vineyard Special Reserve

90

77,161

portugal

This is a concentrated and ripe wine with a solid structure that will allow it to age. With bold berry fruits and firm tannins, it is still developing. Give this serious wine until 2019.

Tinto

90

20,673

chile

This is a full and chunky type of New World Chardonnay, with an oily, mildly stalky nose that offers corn and apple aromas. It feels big across the palate and tastes toasted and peachy, with a fresh apple streak for balance. The finish is defined by viscosity and toasty apple flavors. Drink now.

Corralillo

87