| 33961 | 33960 | US | A fine wine to drink now, this has the dryness that suggests pairing it with goat cheese. It has rich flavors of gooseberries, limes and vanilla, with a little smokiness from the oak. | | 88 | 39 | California | Rutherford | Napa | | | Del Dotto 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Rutherford) | Sauvignon Blanc | Del Dotto |
| 33962 | 33961 | France | Toast and caramel aromas set the scene for this ripe, smooth wine. It has weight and richness, with a vanilla flavor that meshes with the yellow fruit. With all of its opulence, the acidity is lost somewhere, meaning the wine is ready to drink now. | | 88 | 26 | Burgundy | Mercurey | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Faiveley 2010 Mercurey | Chardonnay | Domaine Faiveley |
| 33963 | 33962 | South Africa | Light nuances of baking spice and forest floor grace the notes of lively black cherry and raspberry. The velvety mouthfeel is juicy and fruit forward, with a jammy richness that transitions onto the long finish, alongside a touch of black pepper. | The Berry Box | 88 | 15 | Stellenbosch | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Edgebaston 2010 The Berry Box Red (Stellenbosch) | Red Blend | Edgebaston |
| 33964 | 33963 | France | Bright and fruity, this has refreshing acidity. It has a lively apple flavor that gives a delicate fragrance and juiciness. With its taut, mineral texture, this is classic, unoaked Chablis. | | 88 | 25 | Burgundy | Chablis | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Fourrey et Fils 2010 Chablis | Chardonnay | Fourrey et Fils |
| 33965 | 33964 | France | This is very textured, with lemon zest and grapefruit acidity. It shows refreshing acidity, with a minerally, tangy and tight feel. With all this tautness, the wine needs to age for another 2–3 years. | | 88 | | Burgundy | Chablis | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Fourrey et Fils 2011 Chablis | Chardonnay | Fourrey et Fils |
| 33966 | 33965 | Italy | Touches of heat and ripe cherry fruit give this bold wine a big impact on the nose and the palate. It delivers intense aromas of chocolate, leather, cured meat, cedar and cola. | Campedel | 88 | 22 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | | | | Gamba 2009 Campedel (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Gamba |
| 33967 | 33966 | Italy | A thick and chewy blend of Corvina, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, this is thickly extracted and bold in style, with a dark, inky color and loads of jammy black fruit. Aged for two years in oak, it shows a succulent sweetness on the long, velvety finish. | Vajo | 88 | 32 | Veneto | Rosso del Veronese | | | | Fabiano 2007 Vajo Red (Rosso del Veronese) | Red Blend | Fabiano |
| 33968 | 33967 | US | Bone dry, with bristling notes of wet stone, slate and petrol, this boasts striking minerality, with undertones of white blossoms, limes and sugar cookie that linger delicately on the finish. Brisk with acidity, it would pair fabulously with goat cheese or fatty salmon. | Reserve | 88 | 25 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Heron Hill 2009 Reserve Riesling (Finger Lakes) | Riesling | Heron Hill |
| 33969 | 33968 | US | A highly aromatic and expressive wine, this explodes with scents of baked pineapple, ruby grapefruit, tangerine and apricot preserves. Fleshy, concentrated and focused, the palate has plenty of animated acidity. The flavor intensity is solid on the medium-to-long finish, ending with a touch of warmth. | Artist Series I | 88 | 20 | New Mexico | New Mexico | | | | La Chiripada 2010 Artist Series I Viognier (New Mexico) | Viognier | La Chiripada |
| 33970 | 33969 | Spain | Gritty and raisiny up front, this has notes of tar and jammy blackberry. It feels resiny and tough, with carob, chocolate, baked berry and roasted plum flavors. The chocolate element persists on the finish, which is big, tannic and lasting. | La Conreria | 88 | 24 | Catalonia | Priorat | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | La Conreria d'Scala Dei 2009 La Conreria Red (Priorat) | Red Blend | La Conreria d'Scala Dei |
| 33971 | 33970 | Italy | A pure expression of Refosco, this runs heavy on prune, plum and dark berry aromas. Its bold aromatic intensity is backed by touches of acidity and smooth tannins. Try it with savory meats, like lamb. | | 88 | | Veneto | Veneto | | | | La di Motte 2010 Refosco (Veneto) | Refosco | La di Motte |
| 33972 | 33971 | US | This is quite a strong, toasty and fruit-forward bubbly that could stand to be a little more elegant. It has overt aromas and flavors of strawberry and lime, with a pretty edge of coconut and vanilla. Finishes clean and zesty, but loses a few points because of a rough edge to the mouthfeel. | Brut | 86 | 28 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | S. Anderson 1996 Brut (Napa Valley) | Champagne Blend | S. Anderson |
| 33973 | 33972 | US | A solid rosé, with berry aromas and a touch of leather on the nose. A touch sweet, yet full and not at all cloying on the palate, this tangy middleweight from this well-known Napa marque finishes evenly with licorice, tart fruit and a slight candied note. | Blanc de Noirs | 86 | 18 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Mumm Cuvée Napa NV Blanc de Noirs (Napa Valley) | Champagne Blend | Mumm Cuvée Napa |
| 33974 | 33973 | US | From a famous vineyard, this is an interesting, even eccentric Zin. The aromas are claret-like, with currant and blackberry and a strong gamy note, like bacon. The fruit is very ripe, even overripe, and the tannins and acidity are ample. Fans of big, old-style Zins will love it. | Gnarly Vine Monte Rosso Vyd | 86 | 40 | California | Sonoma Valley | Sonoma | | | Louis M. Martini 1997 Gnarly Vine Monte Rosso Vyd Zinfandel (Sonoma Valley) | Zinfandel | Louis M. Martini |
| 33975 | 33974 | US | Ripe apples and toast on the nose of this Oregonian open to a medium-bodied wine with decent complexity and a soft foamy mousse. Crisp apple and herb flavors with a slight mineral note play out on the clean and tart finish, which displays good length. | Extended Tirage Brut | 86 | 30 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | | | Argyle 1989 Extended Tirage Brut (Willamette Valley) | Champagne Blend | Argyle |
| 33976 | 33975 | US | Light and bright, a shade darker than a hearty Rhône rosé, this cherry- and strawberry-flavored pacer displays saddle leather and earth notes that provide interest and depth. Fairly high in acidity, and with brisk, lightly peppery tannins, this would be great with cheese or spicy hors d’oeuvres. | Doerner Vyd | 86 | 30 | Oregon | Umpqua Valley | Southern Oregon | | | Secret House 1998 Doerner Vyd Pinot Noir (Umpqua Valley) | Pinot Noir | Secret House |
| 33977 | 33976 | US | There’s some funkiness in the nose from a healthy dose of sulfur, but once it blows off it uncovers a firm, dry, slightly toasty wine with good structure and balance. Some bitterness in the finish (perhaps attributable to that same SO2) is the only off note. | | 86 | 24 | Oregon | Oregon | Oregon Other | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Rex Hill 1993 Oregon | Champagne Blend | Rex Hill |
| 33978 | 33977 | France | Light and taut, this blend from Nuits-St.-Georges, Volnay and Pernand-Vergelesses offers an odd combination of elements. There are bright cherry-kirsch aromas, cherry and earth flavors and a nice mouthfeel sporting a chalky note. But there’s also an odd, candied edge to the fruit and a touch of greenness. Finishes tart, dry and fairly full, but with somewhat tough tannins. | Calvet Premiere | 85 | 17 | Burgundy | Bourgogne | | | | Calvet 1998 Calvet Premiere (Bourgogne) | Pinot Noir | Calvet |
| 33979 | 33978 | US | One of the strongest aromas of beets I have smelled in a wine; also some vanilla and cream nuances. Tasty and satisfying, if a bit one-dimensional. | Sunnymount Cuvée | 85 | 50 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Benton-Lane 1998 Sunnymount Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Benton-Lane |
| 33980 | 33979 | France | Lime, fig and taffy flavors mark this successful light white. There is even a bit of subtlety in the chalk and spice notes on the back end, and a slight honey note from the 35% Sémillon in the blend makes this a very clean and attractive wine at the price. | | 85 | 7 | Bordeaux | Bordeaux Blanc | | | | Calvet 1998 Bordeaux Blanc | Bordeaux-style White Blend | Calvet |
| 33981 | 33980 | France | Accurate varietal character abounds in this value red. There’s dark berry and a slight herbaceousness, but not in an off-putting way. Light in style but it possesses nice mouthfeel with smooth cassis fruit and a decent finish. | | 85 | 7 | Languedoc-Roussillon | Vin de Pays d'Oc | | | | Calvet 1998 Cabernet Sauvignon (Vin de Pays d'Oc) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Calvet |
| 33982 | 33981 | France | Thick bubbles and scents of bread dough, green apples and vanilla crackers here. It’s tart and somewhat heavy on the palate, with an odd, almost vinegary character to the finish. Perhaps it just needs a bit more time in bottle. | Heritage Brut | 85 | 35 | Champagne | Champagne | | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Delbeck NV Heritage Brut (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Delbeck |
| 33983 | 33982 | US | A Pinot in the ultralight style. There’s cranberry and tea qualities, and an almost weightless mouthfeel. No new oak renders it clean and fruity, with plenty of fresh-berry essence. In the end, it’s a lightweight that closes with licorice and anise notes. | | 85 | 20 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Amity 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Amity |
| 33984 | 33983 | US | A very light and flowery nose starts the package rolling, followed by light candied raspberry on the palate. Features a smooth texture throughout, with the slightest notes of cherry cough drops and fruit punch. A simple, straightforward wine that goes down easy. | | 85 | 14 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Hauer of the Dauen 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Hauer of the Dauen |
| 33985 | 33984 | US | Very tight in the nose, with hints of peanuts. A cinnamon nuance provides an exotic edge to the otherwise straightforward, somewhat tart cherry palate. Buttery oak and more tangy cherries dominate the finish. | Lewman Vineyard | 85 | 25 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Bethel Heights 1998 Lewman Vineyard Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Bethel Heights |
| 33986 | 33985 | US | Not from old vines, but cloned from them in the pursuit of complexity. This is a very young, backward Zin, dominated by dusty, earthy notes, like a whiff of south-facing barnboard under a hot summer sun. There are some fruity, spicy flavors, but the flavors are similarly closed, and moderate tannins and high acidity produce a scouring texture. Might be more user-friendly with a few years of aging. | Heritage Clone | 85 | 15 | California | Sonoma County | Sonoma | | | Dry Creek Vineyard 1998 Heritage Clone Zinfandel (Sonoma County) | Zinfandel | Dry Creek Vineyard |
| 33987 | 33986 | US | Golden delicious apple and pear aromas open this round, somewhat loosely knit wine. Tastes a bit sweet, and decidedly more ripe than anticipated, even a touch mature. Has a good bead and an orange note on the finish. | Blanc de Blancs | 84 | 29 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Schramsberg 1997 Blanc de Blancs (Napa Valley) | Champagne Blend | Schramsberg |
| 33988 | 33987 | US | Some youthful minty cherry marks the nose. The palate is heavy on the tangy red fruits: cranberry and raspberry. A clean quaffer and a nice introduction to the world of Oregon Pinot. Has the varietal correctness, but it’s trim as a stick. | | 84 | 22 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Secret House 1998 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Secret House |
| 33989 | 33988 | US | This is pretty good Zin, fully ripened and showing classic wild berry and spice notes, although there’s an earthy, cardboardy aroma that’s a little off-putting. The tannins are very soft, and the acidity is a bit low, making it simple and one-dimensional. Still, not a bad deal at this price. | | 84 | 10 | California | Sierra Foothills | Sierra Foothills | | | Montevina 1998 Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills) | Zinfandel | Montevina |
| 33990 | 33989 | France | Straightforward, perhaps even simple, but once again well-made inexpensive juice. At 80% Merlot, it is soft with berry and hint of tobacco predominating. The light fruit has pleasant cocoa shadings, and it has a poised finish with mild tannins. | | 84 | 7 | Bordeaux | Bordeaux | | | | Calvet 1998 Bordeaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Calvet |