| 35971 | 35970 | Spain | Pure and penetrating, with full berry aromas and power throughout. Tight and generous in the mouth, with nice acidity and structured tannins. Tastes toasty and black, with loads of berry, chocolate and spice flavors. Impressive and big; drink now through 2017. | Capricho de Landaluce | 93 | 50 | Northern Spain | Rioja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Bodegas Landaluce 2005 Capricho de Landaluce (Rioja) | Tempranillo | Bodegas Landaluce |
| 35972 | 35971 | US | This wine is made from 57% Petit Verdot (a variety of increasing interest, it seems) from mountain sites. An additional 29% Cabernet Franc and 14% Cabernet Sauvignon help soften its tastes of black licorice, leather and black currant, dotted by a dash of black olive. Opaque in color, it's savory and sizable in body without becoming overly concentrated. Drink now through 2021. | Little Sister | 92 | 65 | California | Diamond Mountain District | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Wallis Family Estate 2013 Little Sister Red (Diamond Mountain District) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Wallis Family Estate |
| 35973 | 35972 | Italy | Aromas of oak, toast, espresso, peppermint and a whiff of blue flower lead the nose. The firm palate offers dark cherry, cake spice, grilled herb and anise alongside tightly wound, assertive tannins and bright acidity. | La Serra | 91 | 70 | Piedmont | Barolo | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Alberto Voerzio 2011 La Serra (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Alberto Voerzio |
| 35974 | 35973 | New Zealand | This wine captures the passion fruit notes typical of Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, then underscores them with a silky textural element. Hints of white nectarine and celery stalk add nuance to the long, white-grapefruit-inflected finish. | | 91 | 23 | Marlborough | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Greywacke 2015 Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) | Sauvignon Blanc | Greywacke |
| 35975 | 35974 | Austria | Aromatic blueberry scents this wine on nose and palate. The body is light but vivid with white pepper and crunchy, fresh, vibrant fruit. This is St. Laurent picked at exactly the right point of ripeness: luscious but still bright! A real treat with its long, smooth finish. | | 91 | 20 | Thermenregion | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Johanneshof Reinisch 2014 St. Laurent (Thermenregion) | St. Laurent | Johanneshof Reinisch |
| 35976 | 35975 | US | This wine contains 7% estate Cabernet Franc, showing bittersweet elements of dark chocolate, cedar and currant around an extracted core that drinks full-bodied, boldly structured and lush. | Reserve | 91 | 100 | California | Spring Mountain District | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Keenan 2012 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain District) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Keenan |
| 35977 | 35976 | US | A sour tinge of toasty oak invites one in aromatically and taste-wise in this vineyard-designate, from such a stellar Westside Road site. Gravenstein apple and melon pique the palate while it remains balanced and beautifully textured through the spicy finish. | Rochioli Vineyard | 91 | 50 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Longboard 2014 Rochioli Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Longboard |
| 35978 | 35977 | US | An enticing cedar and cinnamon aroma leads to robust spiced plum flavors and a lively combination of fine tannins and good acidity for balance. This is a bold, flavorful and ripe-tasting wine that also stays poised and appetizing. Not shabby at all and it should improve through at least 2020. | Graham Family Vineyard | 91 | 50 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Loring Wine Company 2014 Graham Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Loring Wine Company |
| 35979 | 35978 | Argentina | Aromas of red plum, herbs, smoky leather and toast crust unveil this Cab Franc with 5% Malbec. An expansive palate is the opposite of restrained, while this tastes earthy and spicy, with herbal cherry, plum and cassis flavors. A dry, composed, lightly herbal finish is a fine conclusion. Drink through 2022. | Gala 4 | 91 | 38 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Luigi Bosca 2013 Gala 4 Cabernet Franc-Malbec (Mendoza) | Cabernet Franc-Malbec | Luigi Bosca |
| 35980 | 35979 | France | This Mourvèdre, Grenache and Cinsault blend has ripe, textured red-berry fruits that give weight and richness. A tangy texture, almost mineral, in the background shapes the spicy, peppery aftertaste. | Heritage | 91 | 29 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Maison Angelvin 2014 Heritage Rosé (Côtes de Provence) | Rosé | Maison Angelvin |
| 35981 | 35980 | US | There's an exotic perfumey-ness to this wine that almost suggests patchouli, so relaxed and complex it is. Medium-bodied with an inviting layering of black cherry and stemmy earthiness, it's curiously riddled in white pepper as it finishes. | Dark Star Hill | 91 | 55 | California | Green Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Martin Ray 2014 Dark Star Hill Pinot Noir (Green Valley) | Pinot Noir | Martin Ray |
| 35982 | 35981 | US | Known for great values, McManis has upped the ante with this outstanding blend made largely from Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. It has a gorgeous, spicy, new-leather, new-oak aroma, and similarly complex, minty and intriguing flavors. The wine tastes full-bodied, firmly tannic but well balanced and poised in style. | North Forty | 91 | 18 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | McManis 2014 North Forty Red (California) | Red Blend | McManis |
| 35983 | 35982 | US | Bright and vivacious black and red berries meet with dill, mint and white sage on the nose of this bottling from a historic vineyard, with a touch of sweet pine wood as well. Dried purple flowers are prominent on the sip, where touches of asphalt, charcoal and beef in a blackberry sauce are boosted by peppery spice. | Estrella Creek Vineyard | 91 | 34 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Michael Rose Cellars 2013 Estrella Creek Vineyard Syrah (Paso Robles) | Syrah | Michael Rose Cellars |
| 35984 | 35983 | Italy | Delicate scents of spring blossom, exotic fruit, hazelnut and a whiff of oak emerge on this radiant white. The linear, elegant palate offers tangerine zest, yellow apple, mineral and bitter almond accompanied by vibrant acidity. It's loaded with finesse. | La Rocca | 91 | 31 | Veneto | Soave Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Pieropan 2013 La Rocca (Soave Classico) | White Blend | Pieropan |
| 35985 | 35984 | US | Whiffs of balsamic vinegar, leather and spice accent this rustic yet elegant Merlot. Ripe red cherry and raspberry flavors brighten the palate, but complexities of tobacco and riding saddle maintain that deeply savory tone. Coarse, fine-grained tannins and brisk acidity lend structure and gravitas. | First Label | 91 | 32 | New York | North Fork of Long Island | Long Island | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Raphael 2012 First Label Merlot (North Fork of Long Island) | Merlot | Raphael |
| 35986 | 35985 | US | This wine plays at the edges of ripeness, providing well-structured citrus and spice atop layered acidity. Aromas of salted caramel give it an additional intrigue before a lean, fresh finish. | Sangiacomo Green Acres Heritage Block Old Wente | 91 | 62 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Saintsbury 2014 Sangiacomo Green Acres Heritage Block Old Wente Chardonnay (Carneros) | Chardonnay | Saintsbury |
| 35987 | 35986 | US | This lovely wine has a great depth of decadent, succulent aromas of citrus and apple blossom, that explode around tangy acidity. Pear, quince and lemongrass-ginger spice dot the palate in measured, beautiful ways, finishing balanced and crisp. | Schug Estate | 91 | 45 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Schug 2014 Schug Estate Chardonnay (Carneros) | Chardonnay | Schug |
| 35988 | 35987 | US | A buttery style, this bottling offers popcorn, sea salt caramel and vanilla cookies on the nose alongside tropical coconut, ripe peach and banana fruit, all judiciously presented. There's an immediate sizzle of acidity to cut through the butter on the palate, where pan-fried apples, squeezed lemons and almonds make for an excellent California Chardonnay. | Dijon Clone | 91 | 25 | California | Arroyo Seco | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Scott Family 2014 Dijon Clone Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco) | Chardonnay | Scott Family |
| 35989 | 35988 | New Zealand | Made in a very ripe, supple style, this medium-bodied wine boasts plenty of dark cherry fruit. Hints of wind-blown dust give it a welcome non-fruity edge, while the silky tannins linger elegantly on the finish. Drink now–2020. | | 91 | 40 | Central Otago | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Amisfield 2012 Pinot Noir (Central Otago) | Pinot Noir | Amisfield |
| 35990 | 35989 | US | Winemaker Jesse Katz combines 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc in this blockbuster of a deal, a flavorful, well-crafted wine that impresses in its voluptuous body and spicy seasonings. Raspberry syrup, tar and a mix of cedar and sage accent a grip of tannin that softens in the glass. | | 91 | 40 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Aperture 2013 Red (Alexander Valley) | Red Blend | Aperture |
| 35991 | 35990 | US | Now winemaker for Swanson, Robin Ackhurst excels here in this tiny production of his own wine, which exhibits exotic plum and juicy blackberry. A 100% varietal offering, it has a girth of structured tannin and toasty oak. | Kenefick Ranch | 91 | 70 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Apsara 2013 Kenefick Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Apsara |
| 35992 | 35991 | US | Aromas of dried herb, bay leaf, spice, dried flowers and dark fruit are followed by tart, spritely cranberry and cherry flavors. It possesses a real sense of freshness and elegance. | Père de Famille | 91 | 75 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Betz Family 2013 Père de Famille Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Betz Family |
| 35993 | 35992 | US | This formidable Rhône-style blend has a deep color, smoky, toasted, and grilled-meat aromas, a dense and chewy texture and focused flavors like blackberries and black pepper. The concentration is quite good, the balance and tannins are very firm, preparing this wine for a long life. Drink after 2019. | The Butler | 91 | 55 | California | Mendocino County | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Bonterra 2012 The Butler Red (Mendocino County) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Bonterra |
| 35994 | 35993 | US | This wine is an intrigue of lavender, rose and kirsch, young in firm tight tannins and tension. Black pepper, cherry and a light-bodied weight provide smooth drinkability and elegance, just waiting for the tannin to settle down. Drink now through 2020. | Smith Vineyards | 91 | 38 | California | Dry Creek Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Byington 2014 Smith Vineyards Grenache (Dry Creek Valley) | Grenache | Byington |
| 35995 | 35994 | France | This 125-acre vineyard in the hills to the north of Aix-en-Provence has 24 acres dedicated solely to this rosé. It is delicious, fruity, and just right in its light tang of minerality that makes it both structured and refreshing, with a ripe yellow fruit aftertaste. | La Source | 91 | 14 | Provence | Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Vignelaure 2015 La Source Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence) | Rosé | Château Vignelaure |
| 35996 | 35995 | US | This wine has just about the lightest pink color possible, very tempting floral and cherry aromas, and vibrant, mouthwatering cherry and grapefruit flavors. It's essentially light in body but so alive with fruit that it will drink well with almost any dish. | Rosé of | 91 | 24 | California | Mendocino | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Clif Family 2015 Rosé of Grenache (Mendocino) | Grenache | Clif Family |
| 35997 | 35996 | Italy | Made with organically farmed grapes, this delicious white opens with aromas of citrus blossom and white stone fruit. The tangy, medium-bodied palate offers a lovely depth of flavors that include juicy tangerine, lime, white peach, bitter almond and mineral. Crisp acidity brightens the rich flavors and carries through to the clean finish. | | 91 | 15 | Central Italy | Verdicchio di Matelica | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | ColleStefano 2015 Verdicchio di Matelica | Verdicchio | ColleStefano |
| 35998 | 35997 | New Zealand | As usual, the team at Craggy Range has turned out an excellent rendering of Sauvignon Blanc from the estate vineyard in Martinborough. There's a lovely, lively interplay of stone fruit, citrus and subtle grassiness, plus a plump, silky mouthfeel and a smooth, elegant finish. | Te Muna Vineyard | 91 | 22 | Martinborough | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Craggy Range 2015 Te Muna Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Martinborough) | Sauvignon Blanc | Craggy Range |
| 35999 | 35998 | US | This big but smooth wine has a seductive spicy, oaky aroma, rich and generous fruit flavors, a good layer of tannin to add mouthfeel and a lingering, delicious finish. The layers of flavor match layers of texture for an irrestible combo. 10% Cabernet Franc and 4% of the Portuguese variety Touriga Nacional contribute to the flavor complexity. | Estate Grown & Bottled | 91 | 39 | California | El Dorado | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Di Arie 2011 Estate Grown & Bottled Cabernet Sauvignon (El Dorado) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Di Arie |
| 36000 | 35999 | US | The sparkling wine producer shows off its prowess with still wines in this inaugural vineyard-designate from the well-loved Hyde. Tart lemon and green apple flavors highlight a brisk acidity that never tastes lean, and instead offers full-bodied luxury without the weight. Chameleon-like in that way, it's also juicy, structured and dotted in salty lemongrass. | Hyde Vineyard | 91 | 44 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Domaine Carneros 2014 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros) | Chardonnay | Domaine Carneros |