| 32551 | 32550 | France | Just slightly richer than the Brut Nature from the same vintage, this Brut is still a wonderfully dry Champagne. It has a fine hint of toasty maturity while the fruit is still full of the crispest citrus flavors. Drink over the next 4–5 years. | Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut | 92 | 160 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Ayala 2002 Perle d'Ayala Millesimé Brut (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Ayala |
| 32552 | 32551 | Italy | You can't help but fall in love with Brigaldara's delicious Amarone, especially if you love bold, dense wines. The aromas roll out slowly and with care, giving space to elements of cola, red cherry, blackberry, drying mineral and dark teriyaki sauce. | | 92 | 55 | Veneto | Amarone della Valpolicella Classico | | | | Brigaldara 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Brigaldara |
| 32553 | 32552 | Italy | With 75% Corvina Veronese, 15% Rondinella and 10% Sangiovese, this Amarone stands out thanks to its dramatically different aromatic profile. The Sangiovese component must be responsible for the wild strawberry, cherry candy, pressed blue flowers and white licorice. It's fresh too, with a sweet, but crisp close. | Campo del Tìtari Riserva | 92 | 90 | Veneto | Amarone della Valpolicella Classico | | | | Brunelli 2006 Campo del Tìtari Riserva (Amarone della Valpolicella Classico) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Brunelli |
| 32554 | 32553 | Italy | This hefty Amarone could use a few more years of cellar aging, but already it shows a dark, saturated color and inky density with smoked barbecue, prune, cola, leather and black pepper notes. The tannins are firm and show a touch of bitterness. | Mithas | 92 | 245 | Veneto | Amarone della Valpolicella | | | | Corte Sant' Alda 2006 Mithas (Amarone della Valpolicella) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Corte Sant' Alda |
| 32555 | 32554 | France | Gold in color, the wine has honeyed botrytis aromas that translate to the superrich palate. It is very concentrated, full-bodied, the weight of the fruit bursting out into a seductive opulence. Acidity only shows through at the end. | Lieu Dit Hochrain Vendandes Tardives | 92 | | Alsace | Alsace | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Emile Beyer 2007 Lieu Dit Hochrain Vendandes Tardives Pinot Gris (Alsace) | Pinot Gris | Emile Beyer |
| 32556 | 32555 | US | There's a delightful note of herbs and green olives to this Bordeaux-style Cabernet, although it also shows plenty of red cherries and black raspberries. With smooth, refined tannins, it's just superb for drinking now, although it should age well in a cool cellar. | | 92 | 50 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Hughes Wellman 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Hughes Wellman |
| 32557 | 32556 | US | There's lots of satisfyingly rich fruit in this smooth, soft 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Brims with the essence of blackberries and black cherries, with sweet toasty oak and some heat from alcohol. It's a decadently appealing wine to drink over the next few years. | Alexander's Crown | 92 | 75 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | | | Rodney Strong 2008 Alexander's Crown Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rodney Strong |
| 32558 | 32557 | Italy | Dense and rich, this darkly concentrated Amarone is redolent of mature fruit, strawberry jam, tobacco leaf, cedar wood, cigar box and brown sugar. It feels syrupy and dense on the palate with soft tannins and a smooth finish. | I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano | 92 | 62 | Veneto | Amarone della Valpolicella | | | | Sartori 2004 I Saltari Le Vigne di Turano (Amarone della Valpolicella) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Sartori |
| 32559 | 32558 | US | A pretty pale pink in color, this bottling is very yeasty, reminiscent of a sparkling wine, also showing sour strawberry, wet stone and orange peel on the nose. The yeast is prominent through the sip, dominating the sharp kumquat and pink-fruit flavors. | Rosé of | 86 | 32 | California | Santa Ynez Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Cebada 2016 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Santa Ynez Valley) | Pinot Noir | Cebada |
| 32560 | 32559 | US | This blend of 70% Syrah, 10% Merlot and 10% Sangiovese delivers vanilla, shaved coconut and dark fruit aromas. It's full bodied, with fruit and barrel-derived flavors that linger on the finish. The oak influence is cumbersome. | Brevetatta | 86 | 28 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Chandler Reach 2013 Brevetatta Red (Yakima Valley) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Chandler Reach |
| 32561 | 32560 | France | This wine is fruity with attractive black currants. The tannins are very present, suggesting the wine is young. It is a wine with potential, so drink from 2019. | Cru Classé | 86 | 25 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Rimauresq 2014 Cru Classé Red (Côtes de Provence) | Provence red blend | Château Rimauresq |
| 32562 | 32561 | US | Extremely light on the nose, there are faint whiffs of yellow pear and lemon on this bottling from the Los Angeles coast. Yellow-apple skins, dried apple flesh and lime peels show on the sip, which is cut by a decent acidity and proves a straightforward take on the grape. | Estate | 86 | 100 | California | Saddle Rock-Malibu | South Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Cielo 2016 Estate Viognier (Saddle Rock-Malibu) | Viognier | Cielo |
| 32563 | 32562 | France | The producer, based in Chablis, has vines in nearby Saint-Bris, the source of this wine. This wine is soft, with ripe red-currant fruit and just a tang of spice and minerality. It's an attractive wine, ready to drink now. | | 86 | 20 | Burgundy | Bourgogne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Gueguen 2016 Bourgogne | Rosé | Domaine Gueguen |
| 32564 | 32563 | US | Zesty tangerine peel, apple and pear abound on this crisp, light-bodied Riesling. It's not a deeply concentrated wine but dry and spry. The finish is a touch earthy. Drink now. | Reserve | 86 | 14 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Fulkerson 2016 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes) | Riesling | Fulkerson |
| 32565 | 32564 | Spain | Reserved aromas of plum, raisin and oak lead to a pinched palate that pulls to the center like a magnet. Peppery blackberry and cassis flavors are raw and without volume prior to a collapsed finish. | Reserva | 86 | 20 | Northern Spain | Rioja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Finca del Marquesado 2009 Reserva (Rioja) | Tempranillo | Finca del Marquesado |
| 32566 | 32565 | Chile | Green, lightly vegetal aromas of pole beans and canned peas lead to a palate with moderate acidity and pop. A briny mix of citrus and vegetal flavors carries over to the finish. | 1865 Single Vineyard | 86 | 11 | Leyda Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | San Pedro 2016 1865 Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Leyda Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | San Pedro |
| 32567 | 32566 | Italy | Black-skinned fruit, underbrush and game aromas lead the nose of this wine. The round, simple palate evokes mature black cherry and clove. Drink soon. | | 86 | 16 | Piedmont | Dolcetto d'Alba | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Veglio 2015 Dolcetto d'Alba | Dolcetto | Veglio |
| 32568 | 32567 | US | Riesling and Gewürztraminer make up over half of this wine, giving it an aromatic punch. Vibrant ripe peach, flower and pear scents lead to an off-dry palate with fleshy fruit flavors. It provides easy-drinking appeal, though the concentration, especially through the midpalate, seems light. | Mélange Founder's | 86 | 12 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Waterbrook 2016 Mélange Founder's White (Columbia Valley (WA)) | White Blend | Waterbrook |
| 32569 | 32568 | US | Waffles and maple syrup in the aroma, and blackberries in the flavor seem to recommend this full-bodied wine for breakfast time. In fact it is a little sweet, and those maple-like notes continue in the flavors along with vanilla and cinnamon. | Old Vines | 86 | 15 | California | Lodi | Central Valley | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | ZinPhomaniac 2015 Old Vines Zinfandel (Lodi) | Zinfandel | ZinPhomaniac |
| 32570 | 32569 | Italy | Subdued aromas of dried black fruit and baking spice set the tone in this wine. Its easygoing, straightforward palate offers mature Morello cherry and vanilla flavors alongside round tannins. Drink soon. | Castelvero Albera | 86 | 13 | Piedmont | Barbera d'Asti Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Araldica 2015 Castelvero Albera (Barbera d'Asti Superiore) | Barbera | Araldica |
| 32571 | 32570 | US | This bottling is very showy on the nose with tons of white flowers, tuberose, guava and mango, though a slice of lime peel cuts the tropicality a bit. Guava peel, feijoa and bitter limes show on the sip, where that slightly treacly tropicality reigns. | | 86 | 15 | California | Arroyo Seco | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Austerity 2016 Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco) | Chardonnay | Austerity |
| 32572 | 32571 | Italy | This opens with restrained cooking spice and dark-skinned berry aromas. The lively, informal palate offers red cherry, white pepper and anise hints, with soft tannins and brisk acidity. Drink soon. | Le Muccie | 86 | 13 | Piedmont | Barbera d'Asti Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Ca' de Lion Ghione 2014 Le Muccie (Barbera d'Asti Superiore) | Barbera | Ca' de Lion Ghione |
| 32573 | 32572 | Spain | Savory, gritty raspberry and currant aromas are earthy, with a suggestion of Band-Aid. This Syrah-Garnacha blend feels rubbery and tannic, with a downward pull. Roasted red-berry and plum flavors finish with a note of grilled meat. | Joven | 86 | 6 | Northern Spain | Somontano | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Bodega Otto Bestué 2015 Joven Syrah-Grenache (Somontano) | Syrah-Grenache | Bodega Otto Bestué |
| 32574 | 32573 | Italy | Fun and refreshing, this deep-hued, informal wine has ripe red grape and raisin hints. The aromas follow through to the zesty, frothy palate, along with dried cherry and blackberry notes. It's easy-drinking and enjoyable, with a dry, tangy finish. | Dedicato ad Alfredo Molinari | 86 | 14 | Central Italy | Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Cantina di Sorbara NV Dedicato ad Alfredo Molinari (Lambrusco Salamino di Santa Croce) | Lambrusco Salamino | Cantina di Sorbara |
| 32575 | 32574 | France | This highly perfumed wine comes from a small Gamay appellation that is in fact in the Mâcon region. With some tight tannins and rich black fruits, it is a ripe, juicy wine that has intense acidity as well as a spicy aftertaste. Drink this ripe wine from 2018. | Le Clos | 86 | 26 | Beaujolais | Beaujolais-Leynes | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château de Lavernette 2015 Le Clos (Beaujolais-Leynes) | Gamay | Château de Lavernette |
| 32576 | 32575 | France | Produced from organically grown grapes, this soft, fruity wine is full of red-cherry fruits. It also offers a touch of banana flavor as well as acidity and a bright, crisp juicy aftertaste. Drink now. | Château de Lavernette | 86 | 21 | Beaujolais | Beaujolais-Villages | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château de Lavernette 2016 Château de Lavernette (Beaujolais-Villages) | Gamay | Château de Lavernette |
| 32577 | 32576 | France | This attractive wine offers lemon and sliced-apple fruitiness. It has a lively character, crisp, tangy and ready to drink. | | 86 | 17 | Burgundy | Mâcon-Milly Lamartine | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château La Greffière 2016 Mâcon-Milly Lamartine | Chardonnay | Château La Greffière |
| 32578 | 32577 | Chile | Neutral white-fruit aromas are slightly oxidized. This Chardonnay feels chunky and creamy, with only moderate acidity. Sweet-leaning flavors suggest canned pineapple, while this feels syrupy and tastes like papaya on a soft finish. | Serie Riberas Gran Reserva | 86 | 17 | Colchagua Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Concha y Toro 2016 Serie Riberas Gran Reserva Chardonnay (Colchagua Valley) | Chardonnay | Concha y Toro |
| 32579 | 32578 | Chile | Leathery plum and berry aromas are also jammy and floral on this full and round wine. Roasted berry flavors come with a bacon-like note, delivering similar flavors on the finish. | Bicicleta | 86 | 12 | Central Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Cono Sur 2015 Bicicleta Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Cono Sur |
| 32580 | 32579 | France | This crisp wine brings out good flavor depth from the cherry and red-berry fruits. It is concentrated for a simple Beaujolais, ripe and fruity, Drink now. | Vieilles Vignes | 86 | 16 | Beaujolais | Beaujolais | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine de la Prébende 2014 Vieilles Vignes (Beaujolais) | Gamay | Domaine de la Prébende |