| 41521 | 41520 | Italy | Made of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, this has black-skinned fruit, game and scorched earth aromas. The dense palate delivers ripe black plum, toast and tobacco, its assertive tannins lending a rather astringent finish. | | 87 | 46 | Tuscany | Bolgheri | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Podere Prospero 2013 Bolgheri | Red Blend | Podere Prospero |
| 41522 | 41521 | Italy | Made of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo, this opens with rose and baking spice scents. The straightforward palate shows red plum and clove flavors, held firm with solid tannins. Drink through 2018. | | 87 | 16 | Tuscany | Chianti | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Poggio al Chiuso 2015 Chianti | Red Blend | Poggio al Chiuso |
| 41523 | 41522 | Italy | The nose of this 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and 5% Colorino Chianti shows muted black-skinned fruit and cooking spice aromas. The palate is easygoing, displaying black cherry, clove and vanilla flavors enveloped in mellow tannins. Enjoy soon. | | 87 | 20 | Tuscany | Chianti Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Poggiotondo 2014 Chianti Superiore | Red Blend | Poggiotondo |
| 41524 | 41523 | Italy | This blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo and 5% Colorino shows delicate plum and underbrush aromas. It's medium-bodied, approachable and smoothly tannic, delivering prune and clove flavors. Drink through 2018. | | 87 | 15 | Tuscany | Chianti | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Poggiotondo 2015 Chianti | Red Blend | Poggiotondo |
| 41525 | 41524 | US | Fresh and zesty on the nose, this bottling offers lemongrass, lime peel and kiwi scents, with floral jasmine undertones. The palate delivers loads of zing—an almost effervescent energy and verve—with Bosc pear, apple and honeysuckle flavors. | | 87 | 18 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Robert Hall 2015 Viognier (Paso Robles) | Viognier | Robert Hall |
| 41526 | 41525 | Italy | Grilled herb, dark spice, toast and leather aromas lead the nose. The palate is vigorous, marked by orange zest, dried cherry and thyme notes held together by tightly wound tannins. | | 87 | 17 | Tuscany | Rosso di Montepulciano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Salcheto 2015 Rosso di Montepulciano | Red Blend | Salcheto |
| 41527 | 41526 | US | You'll have to look in the very lower left hand corner of the back label to spot the vintage on this bottle (2014). The soft cherry fruit has a buttery mouthfeel. The wine is lightly toasty and eminently accessible. Drink now through 2020. | | 87 | 17 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Stolen Identity 2014 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | Stolen Identity |
| 41528 | 41527 | Italy | Subtle stewed black-skinned fruit, grilled herb and licorice aromas lead the nose. The subdued, lean palate offers raw cherry and espresso notes framed by close-grained tannins that grip the finish. | | 87 | 23 | Tuscany | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tenute del Cerro 2013 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | Sangiovese | Tenute del Cerro |
| 41529 | 41528 | US | This wine shows power and ripeness on the palate, with an oaky nuttiness on the nose. Lemony pear and stony minerality combine with a graham cracker creaminess, providing weight and length. | Lower Slope | 87 | 44 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Medlock Ames 2014 Lower Slope Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Medlock Ames |
| 41530 | 41529 | Spain | Jumilla is a red-wine region, but this Sauvignon Blanc is a citrusy example of a tastyquaffable white from the area. Aromas of citrus peel are mildly pyrazinic, while this feels plump and balanced, but with spritz. Core citrus flavors come with a sprinkle of salt. | Blanco | 87 | 14 | Levante | Jumilla | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Monterebro 2015 Blanco Sauvignon Blanc (Jumilla) | Sauvignon Blanc | Monterebro |
| 41531 | 41530 | Australia | From a warm, inland region, this is nevertheless a fine value. It's rich and full-bodied without being over the top, offering spice-accented notes of peach, apricot and pineapple. Drink now. | Third Generation | 87 | 12 | Australia Other | South Eastern Australia | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Nugan Family Estates 2015 Third Generation Chardonnay (South Eastern Australia) | Chardonnay | Nugan Family Estates |
| 41532 | 41531 | US | Roasted meats, dried herbs and plummy fruits show on the nose of this bottling, which presents a more old-California take on Petite Sirah. The palate is lighter weight than usual for the grape, delivering minty herbs more than the dried red fruits. | | 88 | 33 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Russian Ridge 2014 Petite Sirah (Paso Robles) | Petite Sirah | Russian Ridge |
| 41533 | 41532 | Portugal | Smoothly textured with a balancing edge of tannin, this ripe—never too sweet—Port is full of dried fruits, an edge of spirits and a dry aftertaste. The wine, from one of the classic Port houses, is intense, concentrated, ready to drink now. | Late Bottled Vintage | 88 | 30 | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Sandeman 2012 Late Bottled Vintage (Port) | Port | Sandeman |
| 41534 | 41533 | Chile | Blackberry, prune and pencil eraser aromas are oaky and forced. A heavy, grabby palate with noticeable oak resin delivers chocolaty, oaky berry flavors that taste a bit artificial. In the grand scheme of things, this is more than fair for the price; but prior years were better. | Medalla Real Gran Reserva | 88 | 20 | Maipo Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Santa Rita 2013 Medalla Real Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Maipo Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Santa Rita |
| 41535 | 41534 | US | This dessert-style wine is very fruity, quite sweet and boosted in alcohol. It has a spicy, earthy aroma, lots of plum and prune flavors, a rich mouthfeel and lingering finish. | Black Muscat | 88 | 12 | California | Amador County | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Shenandoah Vineyards 2013 Black Muscat Muscat Hamburg (Amador County) | Muscat Hamburg | Shenandoah Vineyards |
| 41536 | 41535 | Australia | Ripe grape jelly notes lead this big-boned Shiraz, followed by licorice and dry, brittle oak. The acid and tannins are in balance on the palate, while the oak is a little prominent. Despite that, plenty of juicy fruit follows through to the finish. Drink now–2022. | Palm Block | 88 | 17 | South Australia | Barossa Valley | | | | Sophie's 2015 Palm Block Shiraz (Barossa Valley) | Shiraz | Sophie's |
| 41537 | 41536 | US | This is a blend of 96% Zinfandel with 3% Petite Sirah and 1% Carignane. Big, ripe and brawny, it features a generous helping of berry-cherry flavor that turns jammy and broad. Black pepper and cedar add context and contours to the rich experience. | Take It Easy | 88 | 45 | California | Sonoma County | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Tank Garage 2015 Take It Easy Red (Sonoma County) | Red Blend | Tank Garage |
| 41538 | 41537 | France | This blend of Niellucciu, Sciaccerellu and Syrah is both rich and stalky. That gives acidity, black currant fruit and a youthful texture. It's balanced with rich tannins which will allow it to age further. Drink from late 2018. | Domaine Vetriccie | 88 | 15 | France Other | Corse | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Union de Vignerons de l'Île de Beauté 2015 Domaine Vetriccie Red (Corse) | Red Blend | Union de Vignerons de l'Île de Beauté |
| 41539 | 41538 | US | This is a seldom-seen variety in the state. The aromas are brooding, with high-toned notes of dried herb, barrel spice and potpourri along with red fruit. The fruit flavors are tart and plump, soft and sumptuous, showing a pleasing sense of purity. One wants a bit more aromatically but there's still much to enjoy. | Mary Evelyn Vineyard | 88 | 23 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Wilridge 2015 Mary Evelyn Vineyard Touriga Nacional (Yakima Valley) | Touriga Nacional | Wilridge |
| 41540 | 41539 | Chile | Strong but pleasant oak-based aromas of sandalwood complement lightly herbal plum and berry notes. This feels wiry and intense, with rugged tannins. Herbal, oaky berry flavors finish with scratchy tannins and a distant note of green. | Gran Terroir Estate Grown La Huella Vineyard | 88 | 18 | Bío Bío Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Agustinos 2015 Gran Terroir Estate Grown La Huella Vineyard Malbec (Bío Bío Valley) | Malbec | Agustinos |
| 41541 | 41540 | Italy | Aromas of black-skinned berry and exotic spice set the tone on this blend of Corvina, Corvinone and Rondinella. The dense palate delivers ripe black cherry, clove and a touch of white pepper alongside smooth tannins. Enjoy through 2021. | | 88 | 20 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Albino Armani 2015 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | Red Blend | Albino Armani |
| 41542 | 41541 | Italy | Aromas of berry, dark spice and a whiff of grilled herb lift out of the glass. It's light bodied and savory, with strawberry, red cherry, black pepper and clove flavors set against lithe tannins. Drink soon. | | 88 | 17 | Veneto | Bardolino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Albino Piona 2016 Bardolino | Red Blend | Albino Piona |
| 41543 | 41542 | US | The aromas bring notes of herb, dark fruit and spice, seemingly a bit muddled. The palate packs a big mouthful of fruit and savory flavors that show a sense of purity, while bringing a lightly tacky feel. A lack of aromatic clarity holds it back. | Ciel du Cheval | 88 | 40 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Andrew Rich 2014 Ciel du Cheval Mourvèdre (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Mourvèdre | Andrew Rich |
| 41544 | 41543 | US | High-toned aromas of herb, cigar box and spice are followed by tart cranberry and cherry flavors backed by lightly gritty tannins. The bright acidity keeps the interest high. Put it on the dinner table to see it at its best. | | 88 | | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Animale 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon (Yakima Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Animale |
| 41545 | 41544 | US | This full-bodied Bordeaux-style blend is hardly simple and fruity. It has earthy spicy leathery aromas along with raspberry flavors tinged by earth and tobacco, plus moderate tannins for a pleasantly grippy texture. | Tatr | 88 | 43 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Bel Vino 2014 Tatr Red (California) | Red Blend | Bel Vino |
| 41546 | 41545 | US | Clean and crisp aromas of Asian pear, lemongrass, honeysuckle, passion fruit and green plum show on the nose of this blend of 64% Sémillon and 36% Sauvignon Blanc. The palate would go down very easy on a hot day, with just a touch of acid-carrying flavors of gardenia, guava, mango and kaffir lime leaf. | De Propio Gravitas | 88 | 16 | California | North Coast | North Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Bonny Doon 2015 De Propio Gravitas White (North Coast) | White Blend | Bonny Doon |
| 41547 | 41546 | Portugal | Ripe, rich and creamy, this is a dense wine from the lees aging. Spice and a touch of toast come from the wood aging that smooths the wine and gives it extra complexity. This is a rich wine, with a tangy aftertaste, that is ready to drink. | Reserva | 88 | 12 | Douro | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Borges 2015 Reserva White (Douro) | Portuguese White | Borges |
| 41548 | 41547 | Portugal | This is a young tawny (in this case, on average five-years-old) that has kept all its fruit and just added perfumed dried fruits and touches of spice and attractive oxidation from the wood aging. The wine is soft, ripe and easy to drink. | Reserva Tawny | 88 | 14 | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Borges NV Reserva Tawny (Port) | Port | Borges |
| 41549 | 41548 | Chile | Minty, leathery berry fruit aromas are herbal and foresty. This is flush and solid in feel, with controlled tannins. Roasted, herbal black plum and berry flavors are what you'd expect from Colchagua Valley Carmenère, while this feels meaty and tastes blackened on the finish. | Los Lingues Vineyard | 88 | 20 | Colchagua Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Casa Silva 2015 Los Lingues Vineyard Carmenère (Colchagua Valley) | Carmenère | Casa Silva |
| 41550 | 41549 | France | Ripe and fruity, with delicious red berry flavors, this wine is attractive now. It also has some firm tannins built for aging, giving structure to the juicy fruit. Drink from 2019. | | 88 | 18 | Bordeaux | Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Crusquet Sabourin 2015 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Crusquet Sabourin |