| 38791 | 38790 | US | Juicy and soft, this special super-sized bottling will make for a fun wine at a large gathering, approachable and suitably full bodied. Red fruit and oak intermingle around velvety textures of integrated tannins, finishing in a long seasoning of allspice. | 35th Anniversary | 89 | 27 | California | Carneros-Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Acacia 2013 35th Anniversary Pinot Noir (Carneros-Napa Valley) | Pinot Noir | Acacia |
| 38792 | 38791 | US | This holds two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon with the rest Merlot and a splash of Petit Verdot. Oak aromas of butterscotch, woodspice and vanilla are out in front of cherry and herbs. On the palate, the oak flavors lead, followed by coffee and cherry. It seems a bit heavy-handed right now but may come together with time. | Le Frere | 89 | 35 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Ancestry 2012 Le Frere Red (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Ancestry |
| 38793 | 38792 | US | Ripe grass scents meet with green pear, dill, thyme and gooseberries on the nose of this vivacious wine. It's very approachable and easy to like once sipped, with green-apple ripeness, pepperiness in the midpalate and delicious kiwi fruit throughout, altogether crisp and fresh. | | 89 | 25 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Asuncion Ridge 2014 Sauvignon Blanc (Paso Robles) | Sauvignon Blanc | Asuncion Ridge |
| 38794 | 38793 | US | This dry wine tastes ripe and jammy but not plodding, full of blackberry and boysenberry flavors. It feels smooth but not soft, having enough tannins to support the richness. Dark chocolate flavors develop on the second and third sips and the texture turns even more soothing. It's made with Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Malbec and Syrah. | Old Soul | 89 | 25 | California | Mendocino County | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Atrea 2012 Old Soul Red (Mendocino County) | Red Blend | Atrea |
| 38795 | 38794 | US | Merlot, Syrah and Cabernet Franc make up the majority of this blend. It displays directly appealing aromas and flavors of dried herbs, cherry, plum, woodspice and milk chocolate with a fleshy feel. | Rough Justice IX | 89 | 22 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Barrister NV Rough Justice IX Red (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Red Blend | Barrister |
| 38796 | 38795 | Italy | Aromas of toast, truffle, game, plum and underbrush lead the nose. The lively palate offers black cherry, crushed raspberry, licorice and baking spice alongside soft tannins. Drink through 2017. | La Lena | 89 | 25 | Piedmont | Barbera d'Alba Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Bera 2011 La Lena (Barbera d'Alba Superiore) | Barbera | Bera |
| 38797 | 38796 | US | Juiced rhubarb, plump sour cherries, ripe cherry tomatoes and essence of violet combine for a distinctive nose on this ambitious wine by Eric Laumann. The palate shows tart boysenberry fruit, a graphite minerality and whole black peppercorns, as if a wave of spice is just a bite away. It's tasty and balanced, but leaves the mouth wanting an even more full delivery. | | 89 | 35 | California | Monterey | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Cambiata 2012 Tannat (Monterey) | Tannat | Cambiata |
| 38798 | 38797 | US | The aromas of huckleberry, flowers and blueberry are bright, with a dark-chocolate top note. The palate is full bodied and rich, made in a hedonistic style with a tart finish. | Limited Edition | 89 | 40 | Washington | Horse Heaven Hills | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Canoe Ridge 2012 Limited Edition Syrah (Horse Heaven Hills) | Syrah | Canoe Ridge |
| 38799 | 38798 | US | This intriguing wine features herb, lemon twist, tobacco and spice aromas. The blue fruit flavors are lush in feel, with fine-grained tannins. | Limited Edition Canyon Vineyard Ranch | 89 | 40 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Canoe Ridge 2013 Limited Edition Canyon Vineyard Ranch Tempranillo (Yakima Valley) | Tempranillo | Canoe Ridge |
| 38800 | 38799 | France | Touches of vanilla and caramel give this wine an extra dimension of richness. It is full while remaining crisp and herbaceous, with a lively, bright aftertaste. Drink from 2016. The Richard family's two-acre Sauvignon Blanc vineyard is certified organic. | | 89 | 25 | Bordeaux | Francs Côtes de Bordeaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Cru Godard 2014 Francs Côtes de Bordeaux | Bordeaux-style White Blend | Château Cru Godard |
| 38801 | 38800 | France | Superripe Merlot has pushed up the alcohol in this wine. It gives a rich, opulent texture of blackberry jam flavors that are well balanced by the acidity and perfumed character. The broad, generous character gets a fresh lift from the final acidity. Drink from 2018. This Guinjard family wine is 95% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 2% Cabernet Sauvignon from a 19-acre vineyard. | Cuvée Reine | 89 | | Bordeaux | Lalande de Pomerol | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château de Roquebrune 2012 Cuvée Reine (Lalande de Pomerol) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château de Roquebrune |
| 38802 | 38801 | US | Aromas of toast, yellow apple, corn silk and whiffs of tropical fruit lead to a restrained, elegant palate with a lightly creamy feel. | Canoe Ridge Vineyard | 89 | 30 | Washington | Horse Heaven Hills | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Chateau Ste. Michelle 2013 Canoe Ridge Vineyard Chardonnay (Horse Heaven Hills) | Chardonnay | Chateau Ste. Michelle |
| 38803 | 38802 | US | This is a savory and tasty wine, with smoke, red cherries and bacon fat on the nose. The mouthfeel is dense, with rich flavors of black cherries, licorice and dark chocolate offering layers of complexity, rounded out by the right amount of tannins and acidity. | Fedora | 89 | 60 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Clavo Cellars 2011 Fedora Malbec (Paso Robles) | Malbec | Clavo Cellars |
| 38804 | 38803 | US | Lemon butter, shreds of nectarine and a dash of sea salt make appearances on the fairly faint nose of this wine from San Jose-based winemaker Adam Comartin. The wine comes alive once sipped, with white peach flesh, lemony acidity and chalky grip, all culminating in a zing that goes on for minutes, finishing with a touch of marzipan. | R-Bar-R Vineyards | 89 | 36 | California | Santa Cruz Mountains | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Comartin 2013 R-Bar-R Vineyards Chardonnay (Santa Cruz Mountains) | Chardonnay | Comartin |
| 38805 | 38804 | Chile | Initial aromas of lactic oak and sawdust show on the nose, although with time this wine shows more appealing scents of smoky spice and black fruits. Woody and round in feel, this soft Carmenère offers char, hickory and blackberry flavors in front of a plump finish. Drink now. | Terrunyo Entre Cordilleras Peumo Vineyard Block 27 | 89 | 40 | Peumo | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Concha y Toro 2012 Terrunyo Entre Cordilleras Peumo Vineyard Block 27 Carmenère (Peumo) | Carmenère | Concha y Toro |
| 38806 | 38805 | Italy | Aromas of fig, eucalyptus, violet, chopped herbs and raspberry emerge on this full-bodied, fragrant offering. Made with 50-year-old vines, the structured palate boasts dried black cherry, tart red currant, oak-driven spice, espresso and anise alongside firm, fine-grained tannins. | Funtanì | 89 | 35 | Piedmont | Barbera d'Alba Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Cordero di Montezemolo 2012 Funtanì (Barbera d'Alba Superiore) | Barbera | Cordero di Montezemolo |
| 38807 | 38806 | Italy | Here's a soulful expression of Nebbiolo that opens with aromas of game, tilled earth, leather and dark berry. The palate delivers black cherry, raspberry, chopped herbs, white pepper and an earthy game note alongside ripe, assertive tannins. | | 89 | | Piedmont | Barbaresco | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | De Forville 2012 Barbaresco | Nebbiolo | De Forville |
| 38808 | 38807 | Italy | This blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon has aromas of black berries, cedar and spice with a hint of meat juices. The palate delivers dense black cherry and black berry flavors along with vanilla, espresso and chocolate notes. It's ripe, concentrated and velvety but it also lacks freshness and energy. | Mega | 88 | 45 | Tuscany | Toscana | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Renieri 2008 Mega Red (Toscana) | Red Blend | Renieri |
| 38809 | 38808 | Italy | Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, this sparkling wine offers peach and melon sensations along with notes of bitter almond. It has a vigorous palate with a crisp, clean finish. Pair it with appetizers, salami or cheese. | Brut | 88 | 30 | Lombardy | Franciacorta | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Ronco Calino NV Brut Sparkling (Franciacorta) | Sparkling Blend | Ronco Calino |
| 38810 | 38809 | Italy | Here's a savory Chianti from the Senesi hills that offers offers bright cherry and strawberry sensations with hints of white pepper. It's fresh, zesty and made to be enjoyed young. Pair this with a variety of pasta dishes or pecorino cheese. | | 88 | 15 | Tuscany | Chianti Colli Senesi | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tenuta di Trecciano 2012 Chianti Colli Senesi | Sangiovese | Tenuta di Trecciano |
| 38811 | 38810 | Italy | Here's a Gavi with a heady fragrance of wild flowers, apple and white cherry. The round palate delivers creamy, ripe pear, green apple and mineral with a hint of lemon and herbs. Pair it with pasta topped with sun-dried tomato pesto. | Gold Label | 88 | 25 | Piedmont | Gavi | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tenuta La Marchesa 2012 Gold Label (Gavi) | Cortese | Tenuta La Marchesa |
| 38812 | 38811 | Uruguay | Ignore the crazy price on this aged Tannat and enjoy the overall high quality of this Uruguayan bruiser. Sun-baked, minty, earthy aromas scream “warm-climate” wine, while the palate is chunky in feel, with some hardness. Flavors of rich, stewed berries, tons of oak, related spice and earth notes finish hefty but with minimal stuffing. Drink now. | 1st Cru d'Exception | 88 | 120 | Juanico | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Familia Deicas 2006 1st Cru d'Exception Tannat (Juanico) | Tannat | Familia Deicas |
| 38813 | 38812 | US | Barrel aged in French oak with lees influences, this Chardonnay has ripe, flashy pineapple, lime, peach, vanilla, honey, sourdough-bread and buttered-toast flavors. It's fine for drinking now with shellfish, mushroom risotto or Peking duck. | Estate Bottled | 88 | 48 | California | Chalk Hill | Sonoma | | | Chalk Hill 2011 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Chalk Hill) | Chardonnay | Chalk Hill |
| 38814 | 38813 | US | Salmon colored (and salmon would make a good pairing), this sparkling rosé has deep flavors of toasty oak and black fruit, along with a swath of sweetness on the finish. | Rosé | 88 | 22 | California | California | California Other | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Chandon NV Rosé Sparkling (California) | Sparkling Blend | Chandon |
| 38815 | 38814 | France | Based in the southern Champagne vineyards of the Aube, the Charles Clément cooperative has made a rich, full-bodied and fruity non-vintage wine. It has forward apple flavor and a soft, creamy texture brightened with lemon zest and brisk acidity. A touch of toast adds complexity to this bottling. | Cuvée des Vignerons Brut | 88 | 30 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Charles Clément NV Cuvée des Vignerons Brut (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Charles Clément |
| 38816 | 38815 | France | This is rich, structured and full-bodied. It bursts with superripe Merlot, darkly tannic and dense. Rich berry and black plum fruits add their weight to this concentrated wine. Drink from 2016. | | 88 | | Bordeaux | Lalande de Pomerol | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château au Pont de Guitres 2010 Lalande de Pomerol | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château au Pont de Guitres |
| 38817 | 38816 | France | Full in the mouth, this is a ripe wine, showing wood, dark plums and a firm layer of tannins. There is a good black-fruit feel, brought out by the wine's acidity. This is serious and worth aging. Drink from 2017. | | 88 | 16 | Bordeaux | Lussac Saint-Émilion | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château la Jorine 2011 Lussac Saint-Émilion | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château la Jorine |
| 38818 | 38817 | France | This is a full, ripe wine, with elegant impressions of toast. Robust notes of melon and peach show strongly, giving a rich, warm feel that is brightened with acidity. Drink now through 2017. | Coquelicot | 88 | 17 | Provence | Vin de Pays Var | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Routas 2011 Coquelicot Viognier-Chardonnay (Vin de Pays Var) | Viognier-Chardonnay | Château Routas |
| 38819 | 38818 | US | A blend of three estate vineyards, this is all-stainless fermented, tart and tasting more of skin than flesh. Citrus flavors of lemon and grapefruit, firm acidity and a wash of minerality keep it clean and refreshing. | Three Vineyard | 88 | 22 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Chehalem 2012 Three Vineyard Riesling (Willamette Valley) | Riesling | Chehalem |
| 38820 | 38819 | US | Tart and fruity, with young fruit flavors of spiced cranberry and sappy raspberry, this may be a touch too sour for some palates. But if acid is what you like, and you want a Pinot with some snap and verve, this will suit you just fine. | Estate | 88 | 29 | Oregon | Eola-Amity Hills | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Cherry Hill 2011 Estate Pinot Noir (Eola-Amity Hills) | Pinot Noir | Cherry Hill |