| 35431 | 35430 | Italy | Elderflower, hay, exotic fruit and tomato vine aromas leap out of the glass. The bright delicious palate shows honeydew melon, creamy white peach and grapefruit. Fresh acidity lifts the rich juicy flavors. | Rive Alte Sottomonte | 91 | 30 | Northeastern Italy | Friuli Isonzo | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Ronco del Gelso 2015 Rive Alte Sottomonte Sauvignon (Friuli Isonzo) | Sauvignon | Ronco del Gelso |
| 35432 | 35431 | US | Intense concentration and firm structure make this an age-worthy, big and tannic wine. It boasts a deep, dark color, dense ripe blackberry and black cherry aromas and spicy, oaky nuances that add complexity. Best after 2019. | Jewel Collection Cabernet Sauvignon | 91 | 55 | California | Livermore Valley | Central Coast | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Ruby Hill Winery 2013 Jewel Collection Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Ruby Hill Winery |
| 35433 | 35432 | US | Light, quiet layers of spice persist in this elegant, soft yet refined wine. Rose petal, orange, cherry and rhubarb flavors provide subtle fruitiness, supported by vibrant acidity and unobtrusive oak. | Toyon Farm | 91 | 62 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Saintsbury 2015 Toyon Farm Pinot Noir (Carneros) | Pinot Noir | Saintsbury |
| 35434 | 35433 | New Zealand | A medley of high toned blue and red fruit mingle with dark chocolate, earth, warm stone and black olive. Fine grained tannins and a long savory finish make this a round, finessed wine capable of aging for through 2022. | | 91 | 55 | Central Otago | | | | | Prophet's Rock 2012 Pinot Noir (Central Otago) | Pinot Noir | Prophet's Rock |
| 35435 | 35434 | US | This bright, focused wine with tense acidity blends fruit from five vineyards across the appellation. Silky tannins enwrap its nuanced dark cherry and wild strawberry flavors tinged with earth. | | 91 | 42 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Sojourn 2015 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Sojourn |
| 35436 | 35435 | US | Abundant dark fruit flavors, particularly Bing cherry, give this full-bodied wine lots to like. Light touches of spicy oak, moderate, grippy tannins and a generous mouthfeel all add to its considerable appeal. | | 91 | 39 | California | Red Hills Lake County | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Sol Rouge 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Hills Lake County) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Sol Rouge |
| 35437 | 35436 | Austria | A touch of citrus and herb on the nose points to the varietal character of Grüner Veltliner. The palate confirms this with a yeasty, savory tinge so typical for this variety. Frothing bubbles heighten these sensations on a light, dry and full-flavored body. This wine belongs on the table with food, thanks to its long aftertaste and strong presence. | | 91 | 30 | Niederösterreich | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Steininger 2015 Grüner Veltliner (Niederösterreich) | Grüner Veltliner | Steininger |
| 35438 | 35437 | Germany | A zesty lime-peel aroma introduces this finely textured, feather-light spätlese. It's delicate in frame yet deeply concentrated, filling the mouth with ripples of sweet white grapefruit and tangerine flavors. Ripe and fruity yet invigorating and spry, it finishes with precision. | Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese | 91 | 27 | Mosel | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Studert-Prüm 2016 Wehlener Sonnenuhr Spätlese Riesling (Mosel) | Riesling | Studert-Prüm |
| 35439 | 35438 | US | Ripe, dark fruit flavors get great support from spicy oak and firm tannins in this full-bodied wine from an outstanding producer. Cinnamon and clove notes drive the aroma, while blackberry and black cherry flavors fill out the palate. | Monarch Mine Vineyard | 91 | 40 | California | Sierra Foothills | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Terre Rouge 2014 Monarch Mine Vineyard Syrah (Sierra Foothills) | Syrah | Terre Rouge |
| 35440 | 35439 | Germany | Lithe and lean in style, this light-bodied dry Riesling offers up loads of blossomy, citrusy delight. Spine tingling lemon-lime acidity is balanced neatly against concentrated tangerine and honey flavors. The finish lingers on a pleasantly waxy cling. | Trocken | 91 | 22 | Rheinhessen | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Thörle 2016 Trocken Riesling (Rheinhessen) | Riesling | Thörle |
| 35441 | 35440 | South Africa | At present, the wood dominates the nose and mouth of this lush, creamy wine. It's brimming with notes of cedar, sweet spice and bittersweet cocoa powder that ride atop the baked cherry and raspberry fruit. The mouthfeel is smooth and plush, with velvety tannins and lingering dry, spicy notes that grace the finish. An infant now, give it some time to further harmonize and the oak to integrate; try after 2019. | Series C | 91 | 95 | Paarl | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Vilafonté 2014 Series C Red (Paarl) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Vilafonté |
| 35442 | 35441 | Germany | Dusty mineral and herb tones lend complexity to the plush, sunny peach and apricot in this bristling semidry Riesling. It's juicy and plump yet revitalizing and fresh, marked by tangerine acidity and a lacy fringe of sugar that lingers on the finish. Drink now through 2025. | Apollo Feinherb | 91 | 25 | Mosel | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Von Schleinitz 2016 Apollo Feinherb Riesling (Mosel) | Riesling | Von Schleinitz |
| 35443 | 35442 | France | This taut, tight wine is impressive. The mineral texture and crisp white fruits combine into a harmonious wine that is full of apple and pear flavors. It comes from the Grand Cru village of Avize, reflecting the chalk soil in its structure. Drink from 2019. | Blanche Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs | 91 | 50 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Waris Hubert 2011 Blanche Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Champagne) | Chardonnay | Waris Hubert |
| 35444 | 35443 | US | This pretty Pinot offers ripe fruit flavors of strawberry and cherry. There's a nice dash of chocolate and a supple, seamless mouthfeel, with all the components beautifully integrated. | Revana Vineyard | 91 | 49 | Oregon | Dundee Hills | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Alexana 2015 Revana Vineyard Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills) | Pinot Noir | Alexana |
| 35445 | 35444 | Austria | A flinty note precedes touches of lemon on the nose. The palate adds a richer dimension of stone fruit to the flavors, a fine fizz accentuating the ripe but bright freshness. Flavors come together beautifully on a fresh, dry and light palate that has convincing creaminess. It's an elegant, if ripe-fruited sparkler. | Vintage Blanc de Blanc | 91 | 39 | Wagram | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Anton Bauer 2013 Vintage Blanc de Blanc Sparkling (Wagram) | Sparkling Blend | Anton Bauer |
| 35446 | 35445 | US | A block selection from the producer's expertly farmed estate in Carneros, this is a robust, ripe white that's velvety rich on the palate and laced with apple and melon flavors. A tart, salty note laps at its edges. | Block 92 Estate Vineyard | 91 | 60 | California | Los Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Artesa 2015 Block 92 Estate Vineyard Chardonnay (Los Carneros) | Chardonnay | Artesa |
| 35447 | 35446 | France | A totally fresh nose of lemon, wet stone and greengage creates an enticing opening. These flavors also present themselves on the light palate, where they are dispersed by a fine, creamy mousse. The impression is one of light-bodied but fruity cleanness. This refreshing, brisk and enlivening sparkler is ready now, but will continue to develop through 2022. | Brut Prestige | 91 | 18 | Alsace | Crémant d'Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Arthur Metz NV Brut Prestige Sparkling (Crémant d'Alsace) | Sparkling Blend | Arthur Metz |
| 35448 | 35447 | US | This wine is labeled medium dry, a fair description. Aromatic with waxy, mixed citrus components, it's refreshingly tart, with suggestions of lemon peel throughout. The finish brings in notes of orange-pekoe tea, with good concentration and length. | | 91 | 16 | Oregon | Elkton Oregon | Southern Oregon | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Brandborg 2015 Riesling (Elkton Oregon) | Riesling | Brandborg |
| 35449 | 35448 | US | Three-fifths was whole-cluster fermented, and the wine spent 18 months in 20% new French oak. This bottling amplifies the house style, which favors ripe, concentrated flavors of strawberry and raspberry fruit, adding highlights of chocolate and espresso. A whiff of dried straw wraps this up. | Jessica | 91 | 50 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Broadley 2015 Jessica Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Broadley |
| 35450 | 35449 | US | Classic smoky, spicy aromas and complex fruit flavors make this dry, light-bodied wine from veteran winemaker Scott Harvey fascinating to taste. Its green apple, grapefruit and peach hints are accented with light floral, spicy touches. Vibrant acidity keeps it lively and appetizing with each sip. | Dry | 91 | 20 | California | Mendocino | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Jana 2015 Dry Riesling (Mendocino) | Riesling | Jana |
| 35451 | 35450 | US | This is a fruity mix of sweet berries, with a streak of ripe orange. In both nose and mouth an almost delicate earthiness can be noticed, with suggestions of dried leaves. | Lachini Family Estate | 91 | 60 | Oregon | Chehalem Mountains | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Lachini 2014 Lachini Family Estate Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains) | Pinot Noir | Lachini |
| 35452 | 35451 | France | With a high percentage (67%) of Chardonnay in the blend, this is a crisp and steely wine. It has a fine elegant balance between acidity and the texture, giving delicious red fruits their place. The wine is definitely more of a food Champagne. Drink now. | Authentique Brut Rosé | 91 | 80 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Le Brun de Neuville NV Authentique Brut Rosé (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Le Brun de Neuville |
| 35453 | 35452 | Austria | Expressive and appetizing notes of freshly cut red apples define the nose. The palate carries the apple notes further, supporting them with an autolytic richness reminiscent of shortcrust pastry. Fine and lively, the mousse intensifies the inherent freshness of this elegant, light and dry wine. | Brut Rosé | 91 | 32 | Niederösterreich | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Loimer NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Niederösterreich) | Sparkling Blend | Loimer |
| 35454 | 35453 | France | Fermented in oak, this wine with its crisp apple aroma is ripe and spicy. It has great citrus and white fruit plus a dry character that gives it both a tang and a mineral texture. Drink this crisp balanced wine now. | Millésime Brut | 91 | 40 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Louise Brison 2010 Millésime Brut (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Louise Brison |
| 35455 | 35454 | France | Dominated, as are all the wines from this small cooperative, by Pinot Noir, this is the nonvintage blend. It has swathes of ripe red-berry and apple fruits with a dry intensity and fine refreshing acidity. This top-quality wine is ready to drink. | Brut Réserve | 91 | 42 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Mailly Grand Cru NV Brut Réserve (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Mailly Grand Cru |
| 35456 | 35455 | US | Made from 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot and aged in 100% new oak for 20 months, this is a burly red wine with impressive structure and presence. Tangy red fruit, recalling cranberry and currant, is spiced with clove, mountain sage, bay leaf and molasses notes. | Reserve | 91 | 100 | California | Mount Veeder | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Mount Veeder 2014 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Mount Veeder) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Mount Veeder |
| 35457 | 35456 | US | From a grape rarely used alone in the United States, this bottling from Rodney's Vineyard shows tart red fruit, carnation and iron aromas on the subtle and fresh nose. Its ripe red fruit flavors are presented in a light-bodied frame, with vivid energy and clean mouthfeel. | | 91 | 27 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Municipal Winemakers 2015 Counoise (Santa Barbara County) | Counoise | Municipal Winemakers |
| 35458 | 35457 | US | Concentrated cola, dark cherry, tree bark and wet-gravel aromas make for a very focused and intense nose in this bottling. The palate is hearty and full of blackberry and black plum fruit, with more complex char and tar flavors. Quite layered and compelling. | Vortex | 91 | 38 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Peachy Canyon 2015 Vortex Zinfandel (Paso Robles) | Zinfandel | Peachy Canyon |
| 35459 | 35458 | US | There's a compelling feral quality to this complex bottling, starting with hints of game on the nose, alongside wild thyme, red cherry, asphalt and rose scents. Hearty sagebrush flavors fuel the palate, where tangy pomegranate and raspberry flavors play with the roasted game component. | | 91 | 38 | California | Santa Cruz Mountains | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Portola Vineyards 2012 Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains) | Pinot Noir | Portola Vineyards |
| 35460 | 35459 | US | This is a luscious wine with a smooth and hearty mouthfeel, ample ripe fruit reminiscent of pears and white peaches, and vanilla and honey accents on both the nose and palate. Fermented in neutral barrels, it doesn't have oaky flavors but feels soft in acidity and seems to melt in the mouth. | Estate | 91 | 22 | California | El Dorado | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Cedarville Vineyard 2015 Estate Viognier (El Dorado) | Viognier | Cedarville Vineyard |