| 34171 | 34170 | US | Softly tannic and ripe. Offers flamboyant blackberry, raspberry, cherry and chocolate flavors, generously spiced, with a soft, sweet finish. A good everyday, multi-purpose Zin. | Nova Vineyard | 84 | 20 | California | Lake County | | | | X 2008 Nova Vineyard Zinfandel (Lake County) | Zinfandel | X |
| 34172 | 34171 | Germany | Voluptuous and broad, this richly textured auslese suggests soft yellow apples and fleshy tangerines. It's a bit fat on the palate, but sunny acidity lends some freshness on the midpalate. Drink now. | GAu-Bischofsheimer Herrnberg Kerner Auslese | 86 | 16 | Rheinhessen | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Fritz Windisch 2014 GAu-Bischofsheimer Herrnberg Kerner Auslese Riesling (Rheinhessen) | Riesling | Fritz Windisch |
| 34173 | 34172 | Italy | This has subdued aromas of French oak as well as whiffs of orchard fruit and pressed acacia flower. On the palate, oak-driven spice, toast and bitter almond take center stage while notes of citrus zest and a hint of lemon drop peak through. | Ori Riserva | 86 | 14 | Tuscany | Vernaccia di San Gimignano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Il Palagione 2015 Ori Riserva (Vernaccia di San Gimignano) | Vernaccia | Il Palagione |
| 34174 | 34173 | Spain | Candied berry fruits are earthy but come with a note of sweet plastic. This feels grabby and firm, with palpable acidity. Salty plum and berry flavors finish warm and long due to lively acidity. | Monte Oton | 86 | 8 | Northern Spain | Campo de Borja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Borsao 2015 Monte Oton Garnacha (Campo de Borja) | Garnacha | Borsao |
| 34175 | 34174 | Spain | Horsey blackberry and cherry aromas come with a note of latex. In the mouth, this is choppy and abrupt. Raw berry flavors finish with a mild sensation of heat. | Tocado | 85 | 11 | Northern Spain | Campo de Borja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Borsao 2015 Tocado Garnacha (Campo de Borja) | Garnacha | Borsao |
| 34176 | 34175 | Spain | Floral and tropical aromas are wan. This feels O.K., while slightly bitter flavors of green melon rapidly disappear on a mild finish. Everything about this amounts to basic. | | 85 | 13 | Northern Spain | Campo de Borja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Legado del Moncayo 2015 Garnacha Blanca (Campo de Borja) | Garnacha Blanca | Legado del Moncayo |
| 34177 | 34176 | US | Strong aromas of charred oak and equally boisterous smoked meat flavors give this wine a rowdy personality. It has medium body but full-throttle aromas like rubber tires and flavors like Concord grapes. | Red Velvet | 85 | 13 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Cupcake 2014 Red Velvet Red (California) | Red Blend | Cupcake |
| 34178 | 34177 | US | After starting out quite reduced on first pour, this wine reveals slightly sweet black-fruit flavors. A light grip of tannins provide support. | | 85 | 12 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Drumheller 2014 Merlot (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Merlot | Drumheller |
| 34179 | 34178 | Portugal | This is a soft wine, its acidity melded into the ripe berry fruit flavors. The texture is soft with just a bite of tannin at the end. With its open fruitiness, the wine is ready to drink. | Babu | 85 | 7 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Fiuza 2015 Babu Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Fiuza |
| 34180 | 34179 | US | A majority of Cabernet Sauvignon is blended with 22% Merlot in this woody, somewhat herbal and robustly intense red, impacted in subtle ways by oak. The finish is meager. | | 85 | 48 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Kelly Family Vineyards 2013 Red (Napa Valley) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Kelly Family Vineyards |
| 34181 | 34180 | Chile | This spunky rosé relies mostly on Itata Cinsault, but also Colchagua fruit. The nose is alert but simple, with tangerine and peach-pit aromas. This feels round yet lively, while briny stone-fruit and citrus flavors finish salty and a bit sulfuric. | Le Rosé | 85 | 21 | Chile | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Lapostolle 2016 Le Rosé Rosé (Chile) | Rosé | Lapostolle |
| 34182 | 34181 | US | This wine seems quite evolved for its age, with aromas of leather and dried cranberry. It's light bodied with gritty tannins. | M Series Reserve | 85 | 107 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Mellisoni 2011 M Series Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mellisoni |
| 34183 | 34182 | US | This seems like it came from a considerably cooler vintage and also like it has had some age. Light aromas of herb, wood spice, medicine cabinet, leather and mesquite are followed by tart light-bodied cranberry flavors. The tannins bring a slight sense of astringency. | M Series Reserve | 85 | 107 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Mellisoni 2013 M Series Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mellisoni |
| 34184 | 34183 | US | This is an unusual example of this variety, with aromas of exotic spice, flowers and herb. The palate has tart cranberry flavors that seem lacking in concentration. | Alder Ridge Vineyard | 85 | 25 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Ram 2014 Alder Ridge Vineyard Malbec (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Malbec | Ram |
| 34185 | 34184 | Chile | Prickly and varietally correct on the nose, this opens with grassy aromas and a pop of citrus. A standard mouthfeel with adequate acidity projects salty citrus and green flavors, while grapefruit pith and lime notes work the finish. | | 85 | 8 | Central Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Rayun 2016 Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | Rayun |
| 34186 | 34185 | France | Despite its Vin de France designation, this is a typical wine from the Gascony area. With its crisp, lightly herbal character and deliciously light texture, it's fruity with citrus and red currant notes. Drink now. | | 85 | 10 | France Other | Vin de France | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Rubus 2015 White (Vin de France) | White Blend | Rubus |
| 34187 | 34186 | Australia | This was a perplexing wine to evaluate. The aromas feature toasted hazelnuts, lemon curd, pineapple and more than a hint of banana bread. The flavors follow in a similar vein, but are exaggerated, coming across as strongly tropical and confected, then drawing to a crisp finish. | Frasca's Lane Vineyard | 85 | 20 | Victoria | King Valley | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Nugan Family Estates 2015 Frasca's Lane Vineyard Chardonnay (King Valley) | Chardonnay | Nugan Family Estates |
| 34188 | 34187 | Chile | This Sauvignon Blanc is neutral on the nose except for a smack of lime. Mild on the palate, this tastes of briny, salty citrus fruits and peels. A fresh finish confirms that this is straightforward but enjoyable. | 120 Reserva Especial | 85 | 8 | Central Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Santa Rita 2016 120 Reserva Especial Sauvignon Blanc (Central Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | Santa Rita |
| 34189 | 34188 | France | This wine comes from the only Burgundy region to grow Sauvignon Blanc. It's soft in style, more nutty than herbal, with almond and white fruit flavors. Immediately drinkable and refreshing, it's ready to go now. | | 85 | 15 | Burgundy | Saint-Bris | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Simonnet-Febvre 2015 Saint-Bris | Sauvignon Blanc | Simonnet-Febvre |
| 34190 | 34189 | US | The bourbon barrel aging of this bottling is not immediately apparent. Indeed, it is quite herbal on the nose rather than caramelly, with dill prevalent amidst the black plum. The palate packs wet oregano, thyme and licorice against juicy red berries. | Bourbon Barrel Aged | 85 | | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Stave & Steel 2015 Bourbon Barrel Aged Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stave & Steel |
| 34191 | 34190 | Portugal | Simple and fruity, this is an immediately approachable wine. Crisp with apple and citrus fruits, it has a light mineral texture and refreshing final acidity. Drink now. | | 85 | 15 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Terra Silvestre 2016 Arinto (Tejo) | Arinto | Terra Silvestre |
| 34192 | 34191 | US | Aromas of Bosc pear and candle wax lead to off-dry fruit flavors. It brings some easy-drinking appeal but lacks a sense of clarity. | Hot to Trot | 85 | 10 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | 14 Hands 2015 Hot to Trot White (Columbia Valley (WA)) | White Blend | 14 Hands |
| 34193 | 34192 | US | Aromas of white flowers, lychee and grapefruit peel lead to dry fruit flavors that seem to lack concentration, with a bitter note on the finish. | The Reserve Dry | 85 | 22 | Washington | Horse Heaven Hills | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | 14 Hands 2015 The Reserve Dry Gewürztraminer (Horse Heaven Hills) | Gewürztraminer | 14 Hands |
| 34194 | 34193 | Portugal | Coudel Mor, the title of a medieval Portuguese cavalry captain, is the naming inspiration for this fruity bright wine. With red berry fruits and plenty of attractive acidity, it is a lively wine, lightly perfumed and with hints of wood aging. Drink now. | Coudel Mor Reserva | 85 | | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo 2014 Coudel Mor Reserva Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Adega Cooperativa do Cartaxo |
| 34195 | 34194 | US | Aromas of herb and red fruit lead to dried out but lightly gamy fruit flavors. | Estate Double River Vineyard | 85 | 32 | Washington | Walla Walla Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Basel Cellars 2013 Estate Double River Vineyard Merlot (Walla Walla Valley (WA)) | Merlot | Basel Cellars |
| 34196 | 34195 | US | Coming in a frosty, flask-shaped bottle (aimed at which demographic is unclear), this bottling shows snappy blackberry and damp earth on the nose. Generic berry flavors, dried meat and a touch of leather show through the chalky mouthfeel, with a decently fruity finish. | | 85 | | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Blacklist 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Blacklist |
| 34197 | 34196 | US | This wine is a blend of Riesling (70%) and Gewürztraminer. It brings aromas of pear, lychee and white flowers that are followed by an off-dry palate. It needs some more acidity to pull it all together. | 45 Degrees | 85 | 45 | Washington | Lake Chelan | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Mellisoni 2016 45 Degrees White (Lake Chelan) | White Blend | Mellisoni |
| 34198 | 34197 | Portugal | Named after the valley where the vineyard is situated, this red-fruited spicy wine is crisp. There are soft tannins and attractive acidity. Drink now. | Vale das Donas | 85 | 9 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Quinta do Cavalinho 2014 Vale das Donas Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Quinta do Cavalinho |
| 34199 | 34198 | Italy | This simple white has subdued aromas of white spring flower and white stone fruit. The no-fuss, rather diluted palate offers hints of white peach, green apple and a whisper of white almond. | | 85 | 18 | Tuscany | Vernaccia di San Gimignano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Signano 2015 Vernaccia di San Gimignano | Vernaccia | Signano |
| 34200 | 34199 | Portugal | Blending Touriga Franca, Syrah and Alicante Bouschet, this is an attractive young wine. With both acidity and tannins already integrated into the ripe black fruit, it is a wine to drink young. | | 85 | 15 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Terra Silvestre 2015 Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Terra Silvestre |