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10ItalyAromas include tropical fruit, broom, brimstone and dried herb. The palate isn't overly expressive, offering unripened apple, citrus and dried sage alongside brisk acidity.Vulkà Bianco87Sicily & SardiniaEtnaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeNicosia 2013 Vulkà Bianco (Etna)White BlendNicosia
21PortugalThis is ripe and fruity, a wine that is smooth while still structured. Firm tannins are filled out with juicy red berry fruits and freshened with acidity. It's already drinkable, although it will certainly be better from 2016.Avidagos8715DouroRoger Voss@vossrogerQuinta dos Avidagos 2011 Avidagos Red (Douro)Portuguese RedQuinta dos Avidagos
32USTart and snappy, the flavors of lime flesh and rind dominate. Some green pineapple pokes through, with crisp acidity underscoring the flavors. The wine was all stainless-steel fermented.8714OregonWillamette ValleyWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Rainstorm 2013 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley)Pinot GrisRainstorm
43USPineapple rind, lemon pith and orange blossom start off the aromas. The palate is a bit more opulent, with notes of honey-drizzled guava and mango giving way to a slightly astringent, semidry finish.Reserve Late Harvest8713MichiganLake Michigan ShoreAlexander PeartreeSt. Julian 2013 Reserve Late Harvest Riesling (Lake Michigan Shore)RieslingSt. Julian
54USMuch like the regular bottling from 2012, this comes across as rather rough and tannic, with rustic, earthy, herbal characteristics. Nonetheless, if you think of it as a pleasantly unfussy country wine, it's a good companion to a hearty winter stew.Vintner's Reserve Wild Child Block8765OregonWillamette ValleyWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Sweet Cheeks 2012 Vintner's Reserve Wild Child Block Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)Pinot NoirSweet Cheeks
65SpainBlackberry and raspberry aromas show a typical Navarran whiff of green herbs and, in this case, horseradish. In the mouth, this is fairly full bodied, with tomatoey acidity. Spicy, herbal flavors complement dark plum fruit, while the finish is fresh but grabby.Ars In Vitro8715Northern SpainNavarraMichael Schachner@wineschachTandem 2011 Ars In Vitro Tempranillo-Merlot (Navarra)Tempranillo-MerlotTandem
76ItalyHere's a bright, informal red that opens with aromas of candied berry, white pepper and savory herb that carry over to the palate. It's balanced with fresh acidity and soft tannins.Belsito8716Sicily & SardiniaVittoriaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeTerre di Giurfo 2013 Belsito Frappato (Vittoria)FrappatoTerre di Giurfo
87FranceThis dry and restrained wine offers spice in profusion. Balanced with acidity and a firm texture, it's very much for food.8724AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerTrimbach 2012 Gewurztraminer (Alsace)GewürztraminerTrimbach
98GermanySavory dried thyme notes accent sunnier flavors of preserved peach in this brisk, off-dry wine. It's fruity and fresh, with an elegant, sprightly footprint.Shine8712RheinhessenAnna Lee C. IijimaHeinz Eifel 2013 Shine Gewürztraminer (Rheinhessen)GewürztraminerHeinz Eifel
109FranceThis has great depth of flavor with its fresh apple and pear fruits and touch of spice. It's off dry while balanced with acidity and a crisp texture. Drink now.Les Natures8727AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerJean-Baptiste Adam 2012 Les Natures Pinot Gris (Alsace)Pinot GrisJean-Baptiste Adam
1110USSoft, supple plum envelopes an oaky structure in this Cabernet, supported by 15% Merlot. Coffee and chocolate complete the picture, finishing strong at the end, resulting in a value-priced wine of attractive flavor and immediate accessibility.Mountain Cuvée8719CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneKirkland Signature 2011 Mountain Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)Cabernet SauvignonKirkland Signature
1211FranceThis is a dry wine, very spicy, with a tight, taut texture and strongly mineral character layered with citrus as well as pepper. It's a food wine with its almost crisp aftertaste.8730AlsaceAlsaceRoger Voss@vossrogerLeon Beyer 2012 Gewurztraminer (Alsace)GewürztraminerLeon Beyer
1312USSlightly reduced, this wine offers a chalky, tannic backbone to an otherwise juicy explosion of rich black cherry, the whole accented throughout by firm oak and cigar box.8734CaliforniaAlexander ValleySonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneLouis M. Martini 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)Cabernet SauvignonLouis M. Martini
1413ItalyThis is dominated by oak and oak-driven aromas that include roasted coffee bean, espresso, coconut and vanilla that carry over to the palate, together with plum and chocolate. Astringent, drying tannins give it a rather abrupt finish.Rosso87Sicily & SardiniaEtnaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeMasseria Setteporte 2012 Rosso (Etna)Nerello MascaleseMasseria Setteporte
1514USBuilding on 150 years and six generations of winemaking tradition, the winery trends toward a leaner style, with the classic California buttercream aroma cut by tart green apple. In this good everyday sipping wine, flavors that range from pear to barely ripe pineapple prove approachable but not distinctive.8712CaliforniaCentral CoastCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannMirassou 2012 Chardonnay (Central Coast)ChardonnayMirassou
1615GermanyZesty orange peels and apple notes abound in this sprightly, mineral-toned Riesling. Off dry on the palate, yet racy and lean, it's a refreshing, easy quaffer with wide appeal.Devon8724MoselAnna Lee C. IijimaRichard Böcking 2013 Devon Riesling (Mosel)RieslingRichard Böcking
1716ArgentinaBaked plum, molasses, balsamic vinegar and cheesy oak aromas feed into a palate that's braced by a bolt of acidity. A compact set of saucy red-berry and plum flavors features tobacco and peppery accents, while the finish is mildly green in flavor, with respectable weight and balance.Felix8730OtherCafayateMichael Schachner@wineschachFelix Lavaque 2010 Felix Malbec (Cafayate)MalbecFelix Lavaque
1817ArgentinaRaw black-cherry aromas are direct and simple but good. This has a juicy feel that thickens over time, with oak character and extract becoming more apparent. A flavor profile driven by dark-berry fruits and smoldering oak finishes meaty but hot.Winemaker Selection8713Mendoza ProvinceMendozaMichael Schachner@wineschachGaucho Andino 2011 Winemaker Selection Malbec (Mendoza)MalbecGaucho Andino
1918SpainDesiccated blackberry, leather, charred wood and mint aromas carry the nose on this full-bodied, tannic, heavily oaked Tinto Fino. Flavors of clove and woodspice sit on top of blackberry fruit, then hickory and other forceful oak-based aromas rise up and dominate the finish.Vendimia Seleccionada Finca Valdelayegua Single Vineyard Crianza8728Northern SpainRibera del DueroMichael Schachner@wineschachPradorey 2010 Vendimia Seleccionada Finca Valdelayegua Single Vineyard Crianza (Ribera del Duero)Tempranillo BlendPradorey
2019USRed fruit aromas pervade on the nose, with cigar box and menthol notes riding in the back. The palate is slightly restrained on entry, but opens up to riper notes of cherry and plum specked with crushed pepper. This blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc is approachable now and ready to be enjoyed.8732VirginiaVirginiaAlexander PeartreeQuiévremont 2012 Meritage (Virginia)MeritageQuiévremont
2120USRipe aromas of dark berries mingle with ample notes of black pepper, toasted vanilla and dusty tobacco. The palate is oak-driven in nature, but notes of tart red currant shine through, offering a bit of levity.Vin de Maison8723VirginiaVirginiaAlexander PeartreeQuiévremont 2012 Vin de Maison Red (Virginia)Red BlendQuiévremont
2221USA sleek mix of tart berry, stem and herb, along with a hint of oak and chocolate, this is a fair value in a widely available, drink-now Oregon Pinot. The wine oak-aged for six months, whether in neutral or re-staved is not indicated.8720OregonOregonOregon OtherPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Acrobat 2013 Pinot Noir (Oregon)Pinot NoirAcrobat
2322ItalyDelicate aromas recall white flower and citrus. The palate offers passion fruit, lime and white peach with a hint of mineral alongside bright acidity.Ficiligno8719Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeBaglio di Pianetto 2007 Ficiligno White (Sicilia)White BlendBaglio di Pianetto
2423USThis wine from the Geneseo district offers aromas of sour plums and just enough cigar box to tempt the nose. The flavors are a bit flat at first, then the acidity and tension of sour cherries emerges in the midpalate, bolstered by some black licorice.Signature Selection8722CaliforniaPaso RoblesCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannBianchi 2011 Signature Selection Merlot (Paso Robles)MerlotBianchi
2524ItalyAromas of prune, blackcurrant, toast and oak carry through to the extracted palate, along with flavors of black cherry and roasted coffee beans. Firm but drying tannins provide the framework.Aynat8735Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeCanicattì 2009 Aynat Nero d'Avola (Sicilia)Nero d'AvolaCanicattì
2625USOak and earth intermingle around robust aromas of wet forest floor in this vineyard-designated Pinot that hails from a high-elevation site. Small in production, it offers intense, full-bodied raspberry and blackberry steeped in smoky spice and smooth texture.King Ridge Vineyard8769CaliforniaSonoma CoastSonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneCastello di Amorosa 2011 King Ridge Vineyard Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast)Pinot NoirCastello di Amorosa
2726ItalyPretty aromas of yellow flower and stone fruit lead the nose. The bright palate offers yellow apple, apricot, vanilla and delicate notes of lightly toasted oak alongside crisp acidity.Dalila8713Sicily & SardiniaTerre SicilianeKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeStemmari 2013 Dalila White (Terre Siciliane)White BlendStemmari
2827ItalyAromas recall ripe dark berry, toast and a whiff of cake spice. The soft, informal palate offers sour cherry, vanilla and a hint of espresso alongside round tannins. Drink soon.8710Sicily & SardiniaTerre SicilianeKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeStemmari 2013 Nero d'Avola (Terre Siciliane)Nero d'AvolaStemmari
2928ItalyAromas suggest mature berry, scorched earth, animal, toast and anise. The palate offers ripe black berry, oak, espresso, cocoa and vanilla alongside dusty tannins.Mascaria Barricato8717Sicily & SardiniaCerasuolo di VittoriaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeTerre di Giurfo 2011 Mascaria Barricato (Cerasuolo di Vittoria)Red BlendTerre di Giurfo
3029USClarksburg is becoming a haven for Chenin Blanc in California. This bottling, using fruit sourced from several vineyards in the area, is balanced with just a trace of sweetness in the background (1% residual sugar). This is crisp, straightforward and blessed with notes of pear and lime. Drink it cold.8616CaliforniaClarksburgCentral ValleyVirginie Boone@vbooneClarksburg Wine Company 2010 Chenin Blanc (Clarksburg)Chenin BlancClarksburg Wine Company
3130FranceRed cherry fruit comes laced with light tannins, giving this bright wine an open, juicy character.Nouveau86BeaujolaisBeaujolais-VillagesRoger Voss@vossrogerDomaine de la Madone 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais-Villages)GamayDomaine de la Madone
3231ItalyMerlot and Nero d'Avola form the base for this easy red wine that would pair with fettuccine and meat sauce or pork roast. The quality of the fruit is clean, bright and sharp.Calanìca Nero d'Avola-Merlot86Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaDuca di Salaparuta 2010 Calanìca Nero d'Avola-Merlot Red (Sicilia)Red BlendDuca di Salaparuta
3332ItalyPart of the extended Calanìca series, this Grillo-Viognier blend shows aromas of honeysuckle and jasmine, backed by touches of cut grass and wild sage. In the mouth, it shows ripe yellow-fruit flavors.Calanìca Grillo-Viognier86Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaDuca di Salaparuta 2011 Calanìca Grillo-Viognier White (Sicilia)White BlendDuca di Salaparuta
3433USRustic and dry, this has flavors of berries, currants, licorice and spices. Made from Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.Puma Springs Vineyard8650CaliforniaDry Creek ValleySonomaEnvolve 2010 Puma Springs Vineyard Red (Dry Creek Valley)Red BlendEnvolve
3534USThis shows a tart, green gooseberry flavor that is similar to New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc. Other notes include tropical fruit, orange and honey. Unoaked, with a splash of Muscat, this has commendable dryness and acidity.8620CaliforniaSonoma ValleySonomaEnvolve 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma Valley)Sauvignon BlancEnvolve
3635USAs with many of the Erath 2010 vineyard designates, this is strongly herbal. The notes of leaf and herb create somewhat unripe flavor impressions, with a touch of bitterness on the finish. The fruit just passes the ripeness of sweet tomatoes.Hyland8650OregonMcMinnvilleWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Erath 2010 Hyland Pinot Noir (McMinnville)Pinot NoirErath
3736ChileWhite flower, lychee and apple aromas carry the mellow bouquet. The chunky-feeling palate bears powdery, sweet flavors of peach and melon, mixed with greener notes of grass and lime. The 80% Viognier component is typical of the warm climate: plump and oily, with a short finish. Chardonnay fills out the blend.Estate8615Colchagua ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachEstampa 2011 Estate Viognier-Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley)Viognier-ChardonnayEstampa
3837ItalyThis concentrated Cabernet offers aromas of cured meat, dried fruit and rosemary. Barbecue spice and teriyaki sauce flavors give the wine a bold, chewy feel.Missoni8621Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaFeudi del Pisciotto 2010 Missoni Cabernet Sauvignon (Sicilia)Cabernet SauvignonFeudi del Pisciotto
3938ItalyInky in color, this wine has plump aromas of ripe fruit, blackberry jam and rum cake. On the palate, it is soft and smooth.I Tratturi8611Southern ItalyPugliaFeudi di San Marzano 2011 I Tratturi Primitivo (Puglia)PrimitivoFeudi di San Marzano
4039ItalyPart of the natural wine movement, this wine is made from organic grapes, and the label is printed with vegetable ink on recycled paper. The quality of fruit is very nice, with a juicy palate and a bright berry flavor on the finish.Purato Made With Organic Grapes8612Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaFeudo di Santa Tresa 2011 Purato Made With Organic Grapes Nero d'Avola (Sicilia)Nero d'AvolaFeudo di Santa Tresa
4140ItalyCatarratto is one of Sicily's most widely farmed white grape varieties. This expression shows a mineral note, backed by citrus and almond blossom touches.8617Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaFeudo Montoni 2011 Catarratto (Sicilia)CatarrattoFeudo Montoni
4241USA stiff, tannic wine, this slowly opens and brings brambly berry flavors into play, along with notes of earthy herbs. There's a touch of bitterness to the tannins.8622OregonWillamette ValleyWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Hawkins Cellars 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)Pinot NoirHawkins Cellars
4342FranceThis is a festive wine, with soft, ripe fruit and acidity, plus a red berry flavor.Nouveau869BeaujolaisBeaujolaisRoger Voss@vossrogerHenry Fessy 2012 Nouveau (Beaujolais)GamayHenry Fessy
4443USThe clean, brisk mouthfeel gives this slightly oaked Sauvignon Blanc instant likeability. It's dry with a rich streak of honey that sweetens the citrus, pear and tropical fruit flavors. Pair this with Asian fare, ham or a green salad with grapefruit sections.8614CaliforniaPaso RoblesCentral CoastRobert Hall 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles)Sauvignon BlancRobert Hall
4544ChileA berry aroma comes with cola and herb notes. The palate is tangy and racy, and it delivers raspberry and plum flavors, with a modest finish.869Maule ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachSundance 2011 Merlot (Maule Valley)MerlotSundance
4645USRight out of the starting blocks this is an oaky wine, dripping with caramel and vanilla notes. The texture on the midpalate is finessed and graceful, with drying tannins that latch onto the oak-driven finish. An eccentric blend of 50% Tannat, 35% Petit Verdot and 15% Pinotage.#SocialSecret8640VirginiaVirginiaTarara 2010 #SocialSecret Red (Virginia)Red BlendTarara
4746ItalySpicy, fresh and clean, this would pair with fried seafood or spaghetti con vongole. It offers pretty citrus tones followed by a drying mineral nuance.Sallier de la Tour8613Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaTasca d'Almerita 2011 Sallier de la Tour Inzolia (Sicilia)InzoliaTasca d'Almerita
4847USThis is a sweet wine with flavors of white sugar, orange, honey and vanilla, all brightened by crisp acidity.8613CaliforniaLake CountyThe White Knight 2011 Riesling (Lake County)RieslingThe White Knight
4948USThis bottling resembles the New Zealand paradigm of Sauvignon Blanc, bearing aromas of grapefruit, passion fruit and kiwi; a sprinkling of graham cracker adds interest. The wine hits the palate like a fleshy fist, with an intense, grassy gooseberry flavor that provides plenty of punch. Pair with apricot-glazed roasted chicken.8616VirginiaMonticelloTrump 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Monticello)Sauvignon BlancTrump
5049FranceSoft and fruity, this is a generous, ripe wine that's full of juicy red-cherry fruits and gentle tannins. It has some richness, giving a sweet character to this open, ready-to-drink wine.Eté Indien8614BeaujolaisBrouillyRoger Voss@vossrogerVignerons de Bel Air 2011 Eté Indien (Brouilly)GamayVignerons de Bel Air
5150ItalyThis blend of Nero d'Avola and Syrah opens with savory aromas of cured meat, dried berry, cassis, tobacco and wet earth. There's a touch of almond bitterness on the finish.Scialo86Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaViticultori Associati Canicatti 2008 Scialo Red (Sicilia)Red BlendViticultori Associati Canicatti
5251ChileThis is much different than Casa Silva's 2009 Petit Verdot, which was tasted in the same flight. The '08 is more hard, spicy and tarry, with a leafy, herbal aroma, plus some grittiness. The palate feels snappy, with a can't-miss saltiness. The finish is long in length but short on fruit, with a raw feel.Gran Reserva8522Colchagua ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachCasa Silva 2008 Gran Reserva Petit Verdot (Colchagua Valley)Petit VerdotCasa Silva
5352ItalyThe Monica grape often shows a rustic or raw quality, with aromas of cherry cola, black pepper and sour fruit. This expression does just that, with an added touch of bright acidity on the finish.Dolia8514Sicily & SardiniaMonica di SardegnaCantine di Dolianova 2010 Dolia (Monica di Sardegna)MonicaCantine di Dolianova
5453FranceFruity and lightly herbaceous, this has fine textured acidity along with a pink grapefruit flavor. The wine is bright and easy, and it will be ready to drink in a few months.La Fleur d'Amélie8515BordeauxBordeaux BlancRoger Voss@vossrogerChâteau de Sours 2011 La Fleur d'Amélie (Bordeaux Blanc)Bordeaux-style White BlendChâteau de Sours
5554ItalyA blend of Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese, this delivers forest berry and cola, with blue flower and dusty mineral accents. The palate is easy, bright and lean.Rosso85Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaCorvo 2010 Rosso Red (Sicilia)Red BlendCorvo
5655USThis shows jelly-like flavors of orange and pear, with some earthy tones. The mouthfeel is soft and there's a bounty of oak in the form of buttered toast and caramel notes.Estate Bottled8530CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaRustRidge 2010 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Napa Valley)ChardonnayRustRidge
5756USThis is weighty, creamy and medium to full in body. It has plenty of lime and pear flavors, plus slight brown sugar and vanilla notes.8514CaliforniaNorth CoastNorth CoastVirginie Boone@vbooneSouverain 2010 Chardonnay (North Coast)ChardonnaySouverain
5857ItalyThere's a touch of toasted almond at the start, but then this Grillo revs up in the glass to deliver notes of citrus, stone fruit, crushed stone and lemon tart. The mouthfeel is crisp and simple.Sallier de la Tour8513Sicily & SardiniaSiciliaTasca d'Almerita 2011 Sallier de la Tour Grillo (Sicilia)GrilloTasca d'Almerita
5958ChileLightly herbal strawberry and raspberry aromas are authentic and fresh. On the palate, this is light and juicy, with snappy, lean flavors of red fruit and dry spice. The finish is dry and oaky.Reserve8513Maipo ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachTres Palacios 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Maipo Valley)Pinot NoirTres Palacios
6059USAromas of cranberry, barrel spice and herb are followed by tart cranberry flavors with grainy tannins. It falls a bit flat and the variety seems hard to discern.8655WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportMellisoni 2014 Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA))MalbecMellisoni
6160USSyrupy and dense, this wine is jammy in plum and vanilla, with indeterminate structure and plenty of oak. Ripe and full-bodied, it has accents of graphite and leather.Estate86100CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneOkapi 2013 Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley)Cabernet SauvignonOkapi
6261ItalyThis densely hued wine has aromas of black plum and vanilla that carry over to the simple palate along with a touch of cedar. Pliant tannins give it an easygoing nature. Drink soon.Prugneto8617Central ItalyRomagnaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefePodere dal Nespoli 2015 Prugneto Sangiovese (Romagna)SangiovesePodere dal Nespoli
6362USThe aromas are brooding, with notes of barrel spice and cherry. The flavors are tart and elegant in style, with lightly gritty tannins backing them up. Best suited to the dinner table.Alder Ridge Vineyard8625WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportRam 2014 Alder Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA))Cabernet FrancRam
6463FranceThis fat, yeasty Champagne is comprised predominantly of Pinot Noir. It has ripe red berry fruit, light acidity and a soft, creamy aftertaste. It's ready to drink.Brut Rosé8658ChampagneChampagneRoger Voss@vossrogerRoland Champion NV Brut Rosé (Champagne)Champagne BlendRoland Champion
6564USThere are intriguing touches to the nose of this bottling, with jasmine, sea salt, wet hay, quinine and rainy sidewalk. The structure on the sip is quite delicate, with golden apple and honey flavors.Golden Horn8626CaliforniaSanta Ynez ValleyCentral CoastMatt Kettmann@mattkettmannSevtap 2015 Golden Horn Sauvignon Blanc (Santa Ynez Valley)Sauvignon BlancSevtap
6665FranceFrom the warm 2015 vintage, this is a soft and fruity wine. It's open with broad white fruit flavors, the acidity lighter than usual for Chablis, giving it a particularly ripe character. Drink now.8624BurgundyChablisRoger Voss@vossrogerSimonnet-Febvre 2015 ChablisChardonnaySimonnet-Febvre
6766FranceThis soft, rounded wine is ripe with generous pear and melon flavors. It's easy and ready to drink young for its smooth, attractively ripe character.8615BurgundyMâcon-Milly LamartineRoger Voss@vossrogerVignerons des Terres Secrètes 2015 Mâcon-Milly LamartineChardonnayVignerons des Terres Secrètes
6867USA blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this wine brings disjointed lightly volatile aromas of wood spice, vanilla and cherry. The plump cherry flavors are rounded out by woody barrel notes.Inspired8646WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportBasel Cellars 2013 Inspired Red (Columbia Valley (WA))Bordeaux-style Red BlendBasel Cellars
6968USVery deep in color and spicy-smoky in flavor, this full-bodied wine is packed with dark-fruit flavors like blackberry and blueberry. Aromas like grilled beef and spicy flavors like cardamom and smoke give it a bold character that's hard to deny.8612CaliforniaCaliforniaCalifornia OtherJim Gordon@gordone_cellarsCocobon 2014 Red (California)Red BlendCocobon
7069FranceThis cooperative, based in Aÿ, has benefited from the fine Pinot Noir in the village to produce a ripe red fruited wine. With balanced acidity and a soft aftertaste, it is ready to drink.Brut Rosé8655ChampagneChampagneRoger Voss@vossrogerCollet NV Brut Rosé (Champagne)Champagne BlendCollet
7170USAromas of vanilla, char and toast lead to light creamy stone fruit and canned-corn flavors. It provides appeal but the oak seems overweighted.8612WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportDrumheller 2014 Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA))ChardonnayDrumheller
7271USBig oak defines this robustly dense and extracted red, swimming in vanilla and cherry flavor. Full-bodied and gravelly in texture, it's a rustically pleasant wine for pizza nights and crowds.Old Vine8640CaliforniaAlexander ValleySonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneEco Terreno 2013 Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley)Cabernet SauvignonEco Terreno
7372ItalyAromas of black-skinned fruit, leather, underbrush, game and a briny note all carry over to the lean, somewhat disjointed palate along with suggestions of licorice and raw red cherry. Grainy tannins leave a drying finish.Daginestra8632Southern ItalyAglianico del VultureKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeGrifalco 2013 Daginestra (Aglianico del Vulture)AglianicoGrifalco
7473USJuicy plum, raspberry and pencil lead lead the way in this vineyard designate, a site that's 2,000 feet high. Tobacco and cedar meet a full-bodied hit of oak and puckering tannin, the wine still youthfully wrapped in its full-bodied boldness.Bella Vetta Vineyard8675CaliforniaHowell MountainNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneHindsight 2013 Bella Vetta Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain)Cabernet SauvignonHindsight
7574USThis is the producer's first release of this wine. Fruity aromas of plum and tart cranberry add to its overall sense of lightness and understatement.Estate Grown8655CaliforniaCalistogaNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneHindsight 2012 Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Calistoga)Petite SirahHindsight
7675USThis is made from equal parts Cabernet Franc and Merlot, with small additions of Malbec. Juicy, it reveals a raisiny quality of ripeness around integrated oak and generous tannin.The Cypher8675CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneMulvane Wine Co. 2013 The Cypher Red (Napa Valley)Bordeaux-style Red BlendMulvane Wine Co.
7776GermanyEarthy pollen and mineral notes lend a savory tone to this medium-sweet Riesling. It's soft and slightly pulpy, intensified by overripe tangerine and stone fruit flavors. Drink now through 2018.869RheinhessenAnna Lee C. IijimaSchmitt Söhne 2015 Riesling (Rheinhessen)RieslingSchmitt Söhne
7877AustraliaThis medium-bodied Chardonnay features aromas of pineapple and roasted cashew. Similar notes of ripe pineapple and nuts mark the palate, then ease to a rather soft, easy finish. Drink now.Made With Organic Grapes8618South AustraliaSouth AustraliaJoe Czerwinski@JoeCzYalumba 2016 Made With Organic Grapes Chardonnay (South Australia)ChardonnayYalumba
7978USSome rosés are made simply by bleeding the juice from the fermenter, to concentrate the remaining wine. Whether or not that is the case here, the wine has the simple pleasant lightly candied strawberry flavors one might expect from such a technique. It's fruity and undemanding. Drink up.Rosé of8625OregonEola-Amity HillsWillamette ValleyPaul Gregutt@paulgwine Z'IVO 2015 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills)Pinot NoirZ'IVO
8079PortugalGrown on the sandy soil of Tejo, the wine is typically soft and open. It is very accessible—with black fruits and light tannins for this grape. It is ready to drink.Bridão86TejoRoger Voss@vossrogerAdega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2014 Bridão Touriga Nacional (Tejo)Touriga NacionalAdega Cooperativa do Cartaxo
8180ChileCaramelized oak and vanilla aromas are front and center on a barrel-heavy nose. This feels a bit choppy, with astringent tannins. Herbal salty plum flavors wear a lot of oaky makeup, while this finishes with a forced woody flavor.Special Release Reserva8612Rapel ValleyMichael Schachner@wineschachAresti 2014 Special Release Reserva Carmenère (Rapel Valley)CarmenèreAresti
8281SpainBland, mature aromas of white fruits are on the weak side for Albariño. This feels round and oily, while briny leesy flavors lack pop and precision. A grabby aged finish is short on the free flow that this grape and region are known for. Drink immediately or wait for a newer vintage.8616GaliciaRías BaixasMichael Schachner@wineschachSpyro 2014 Albariño (Rías Baixas)AlbariñoSpyro
8382FranceThis fruity, sweet wine is immediately attractive and ripe. With its great apricot and pineapple fruit, hints of spicy wood and balancing acidity, it's perfect as an apéritif—light and refreshing. Drink now.La Réserve8611France OtherVin de FranceRoger Voss@vossrogerLionel Osmin & Cie 2016 La Réserve Petit Manseng (Vin de France)Petit MansengLionel Osmin & Cie
8483AustraliaPale copper in hue, this wine exudes passion fruit on the nose, while the palate delivers nuances of muskmelon as well. It's crisp, racy and medium in body, perfectly suited to summertime refreshment. Drink now.Jester Sangiovese8620South AustraliaMcLaren ValeJoe Czerwinski@JoeCzMitolo 2016 Jester Sangiovese Rosé (McLaren Vale)RoséMitolo
8584USA healthy addition of 13% Petite Sirah provides added weight and intensity to this wine, a soft, supple and richly conceived combination of smoky black fruit and mocha.Classic8624CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneNapa Cellars 2014 Classic Zinfandel (Napa Valley)ZinfandelNapa Cellars
8685GermanyPronounced dust, pollen and earth tones lend savoriness to this otherwise citrusy wine. Racy acidity and fresh tangerine and lemon flavors turn herbal on the finish. Drink now.Undone Dry8610RheinhessenAnna Lee C. IijimaP.J. Valckenberg 2015 Undone Dry Riesling (Rheinhessen)RieslingP.J. Valckenberg
8786USVibrant aromas of ripe pear, white flowers and melon are followed by a just off-dry palate, with lean fruit flavors.8620WashingtonAncient LakesColumbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportPalencia 2016 Albariño (Ancient Lakes)AlbariñoPalencia
8887USSoftened tannins surround a light-bodied, lean and herbal approach to this vineyard-designate, dotted in black pepper, leather and baked cherry.Blau Vineyards8655CaliforniaKnights ValleySonomaVirginie Boone@vboonePassaggio 2014 Blau Vineyards Merlot (Knights Valley)MerlotPassaggio
8988ItalySubdued aromas of French oak, toast and acacia waft out of the glass. The rather lean palate offers oak-driven spice, chopped herb and a hint of citrus set against racy acidity. It's rather shy on fruit richness.Le Mandorle Riserva8629TuscanyVernaccia di San GimignanoKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefePoggio Alloro 2014 Le Mandorle Riserva (Vernaccia di San Gimignano)VernacciaPoggio Alloro
9089ItalyMade primarily from Sangiovese, with some Malvasia and other white grapes, this offers aromas of red berry and a yeasty whiff of bread dough. The bright, enjoyable palate offers ripe cherry and hint of pastry cream while a note of honeydew melon marks the close.8819TuscanyToscanaKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeFattoria Sardi 2015 Rosato (Toscana)RosatoFattoria Sardi
9190USThis blend of Sangiovese, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon, Petite Sirah and other varieties plays well to type. It shows a wealth of ripe, dusty black fruit that's richly round and soft on the palate, approachable and lightly oaked.Siena8823CaliforniaSonoma CountySonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneFerrari-Carano 2014 Siena Red (Sonoma County)Red BlendFerrari-Carano
9291USThis wine has a touch of perceptible sweetness on its tropical nose, yet tastes dry, showing a straightforward approach to this crisp, coastal-grown variety. Apricot, melon and guava wrap around a lightness of body and texture.8818CaliforniaSonoma CoastSonomaVirginie Boone@vbooneFolie à Deux 2015 Pinot Gris (Sonoma Coast)Pinot GrisFolie à Deux
9392USAll red Bordeaux varieties are represented in this blend, except for Petit Verdot. Together, they offer a simple tannic structure that strengthens a chewiness of leather, tobacco and a touch of cedar. Full bodied, it's a ripe, bold and brawny wine.Magnificat8855CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneFranciscan 2013 Magnificat Meritage (Napa Valley)MeritageFranciscan
9493AustriaFreshness characterizes the nose: green pear, ivy leaves and citrus notes play on nose and palate. This is light footed, easy drinking and charming. Drink soon while flavors are fresh.8812BurgenlandAnne Krebiehl MW@AnneInVinoFuchs 2015 Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland)Grüner VeltlinerFuchs
9594USBarrel notes are prominent, with aromas of Creamsicle and baking spice. The palate is broad and dry with stone-fruit and barrel flavors. It provides intrigue but the wood seems to get in the way at times.Grand Klasse Reserve Lawrence Vineyards8822WashingtonColumbia Valley (WA)Columbia ValleySean P. Sullivan@wawinereportGård 2014 Grand Klasse Reserve Lawrence Vineyards Viognier (Columbia Valley (WA))ViognierGård
9695FranceThis is a dense wine, packed with both tannins and acidity. It brings out the ageworthiness of this appellation with its rich potential and dark mineral texture. Drink this concentrated cru wine from 2018.8820BeaujolaisJuliénasRoger Voss@vossrogerHenry Fessy 2015 JuliénasGamayHenry Fessy
9796FranceThe wine comes from one of the cru estates followed by this negociant house. It is a light, ripe and fruity wine. With its attractive red-berry flavors, finished with crisp acidity, it is accessible and ready to drink.8818BeaujolaisRégniéRoger Voss@vossrogerHenry Fessy 2015 RégniéGamayHenry Fessy
9897USA wisp of bramble extends a savory tone from nose to finish on this otherwise bright bristling wine. Delicate honey tones register as off dry on the palate but balance neatly alongside flavors of freshly pressed apples and pears. The finish is marked by a touch of pencil lead. Drink now through 2020.Ingle Vineyard8820New YorkFinger LakesFinger LakesAnna Lee C. IijimaHeron Hill 2015 Ingle Vineyard Riesling (Finger Lakes)RieslingHeron Hill
9998ItalyForest floor, menthol, espresso, cranberry and pressed violet aromas take shape in the glass. The lean linear palate shows dried sour cherry, licorice and coffee bean alongside assertive close-grained tannins. Even though the tannins are still firm, drink sooner rather than later to capture the remaining fruit.Dono Riserva8830TuscanyMorellino di ScansanoKerin O’Keefe@kerinokeefeSerpaia di Endrizzi 2010 Dono Riserva (Morellino di Scansano)SangioveseSerpaia di Endrizzi
10099USThis blends 20% each of all five red-Bordeaux varieties, showing grapy, plummy flavor that's juicy and soft on the palate. With a core of tobacco, tar and graphite, it complements the fruity with the savory, ending simply and elegantly.Intreccio Library Selection8875CaliforniaNapa ValleyNapaVirginie Boone@vbooneSoquel Vineyards 2013 Intreccio Library Selection Red (Napa Valley)Bordeaux-style Red BlendSoquel Vineyards