| 45481 | 45480 | US | This soft, easy-drinking wine smells spicy, almost like tobacco, and tastes plummy and pruney. It has a good, smooth texture and lingering finish. | | 88 | 14 | California | Lodi | Central Valley | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Josh Cellars 2014 Zinfandel (Lodi) | Zinfandel | Josh Cellars |
| 45482 | 45481 | US | Fleshy black plum and cherry flavors are offset by leafy, green layers of herb and stem in this luscious but balanced red blend. Its intense fruitiness makes it approachable and juicy but crisp acidity and fine penetrating tannins keep things in check. Drink now through 2021. | Anemometer | 88 | 50 | New York | North Fork of Long Island | Long Island | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Kontokosta 2012 Anemometer Red (North Fork of Long Island) | Red Blend | Kontokosta |
| 45483 | 45482 | US | This structured, generously full-bodied wine offers deep layers of black raspberry and cinnamon, with an additional length of subtle black pepper and leather. It builds strength toward the finish before finishing surprisingly light and balanced. | | 88 | 125 | California | Howell Mountain | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Kristodd 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Howell Mountain) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Kristodd |
| 45484 | 45483 | US | This wine doesn't appear to have fully come out of its shell, with light aromas of plum, tire rubber, pomegranate, herb and a dusting of spices. The flavors display a pleasing sense of purity, with lightly grainy tannins providing support. | Minnick Hills Vineyard | 88 | 30 | Washington | Walla Walla Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Lagana 2014 Minnick Hills Vineyard Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)) | Syrah | Lagana |
| 45485 | 45484 | Georgia | Deep red violet in the glass, this wine has a nose of blueberry and coffee bean. The bold flavor of black cherry holds its own against notes of white chocolate, smoke and eucalyptus. Grippy tannins hold sway on the palate right through the enduring smoky finish. | Kvareli | 88 | 15 | Kakheti | | | Mike DeSimone | @worldwineguys | Marani 2009 Kvareli Saperavi (Kakheti) | Saperavi | Marani |
| 45486 | 45485 | Uruguay | Oaky aromas rest on top of raisin, blackberry and dried-cheese scents. This feels full and tannic, with saucy, herbal, tomato, plum and berry flavors. On the finish, oak-based flavors of graphite and charcoal vie with ringing acidity and edgy tannins. | Reserve Collection | 88 | 20 | Canelones | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Marichal 2013 Reserve Collection Tannat (Canelones) | Tannat | Marichal |
| 45487 | 45486 | Georgia | A blend of two grapes native to Georgia, this wine offers aromas of blueberry, clove and anisette. Its subtle sweetness provides a palate for flavors of blackberry, licorice, blueberry, cinnamon and nutmeg. Tannins seem soft from first sip to finish, yet a sense of chalkiness remains on the post palate, even outlasting closing notes of mint and tart cherry. | Khvanchkara Semi-Sweet | 88 | 22 | Kakheti | | | Mike DeSimone | @worldwineguys | Wine Man 2013 Khvanchkara Semi-Sweet Red (Kakheti) | Red Blend | Wine Man |
| 45488 | 45487 | France | This is an attractively perfumed dry Muscat. Very floral, deliciously decadent in its richness, it has a crisp bite of spice and pepper. Drink the wine from 2017. | Parcelle C281 | 88 | 38 | France Other | Ile de Beauté | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Yves Leccia 2015 Parcelle C281 Muscat (Ile de Beauté) | Muscat | Yves Leccia |
| 45489 | 45488 | US | Luxuriously ripe black currant and plum flavors are layered in savory tones of beetroot, herb and green leaves in this full-bodied Cabernet Franc. Brisk acidity and ripe tannins frame the palate neatly. It's approachable yet nuanced, finishing with subtle hint of violet candy. | East End | 88 | 17 | New York | North Fork of Long Island | Long Island | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Jamesport 2013 East End Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island) | Cabernet Franc | Jamesport |
| 45490 | 45489 | Spain | Pear and apple aromas are slightly minerally. This is round, fresh and easy to like due to its juiciness and pithy citrus flavors. Citrus notes are lasting on a competent finish. | | 88 | 19 | Northern Spain | Valdeorras | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Gaba do Xil 2015 Godello (Valdeorras) | Godello | Gaba do Xil |
| 45491 | 45490 | US | A deep color and ripe, gushing fruit aromas lead to generous dark cherry and blackberry flavors in this wine. Firm tannins are loosened by a sugary element that lingers on the finish. | Authentic Black | 88 | 12 | California | Lodi | Central Valley | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Gnarly Head 2014 Authentic Black Red (Lodi) | Red Blend | Gnarly Head |
| 45492 | 45491 | US | A deep gold-orange color and floral aromas lead to rich, broad peach and apricot flavors that are moderately sweet and nicely concentrated. Lighter than some late-harvest wines, it has more vivid fruit and better balance than others. | Solstice | 88 | 34 | California | El Dorado | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | 2Plank 2013 Solstice Viognier (El Dorado) | Viognier | 2Plank |
| 45493 | 45492 | US | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah take the lead on this blend. Aromas of wood spice, café au lait, cherry and spice box are followed by tobacco and cherry flavors. There are good things going on but the wood gets a bit out front. | Estate Grown Envoy | 88 | 35 | Washington | Red Mountain | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Ambassador Vineyard 2013 Estate Grown Envoy Red (Red Mountain) | Red Blend | Ambassador Vineyard |
| 45494 | 45493 | US | Aromas of herb, citrus and mineral are followed by tart, racy citrus flavors. It provides a lot of appeal. | Boushey Vineyard | 88 | 22 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Ambassador Vineyard 2015 Boushey Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Yakima Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | Ambassador Vineyard |
| 45495 | 45494 | US | The aromas bring notes of dried and fresh herb, citrus twist, baking spice, wood spice and cherry. The cherry and pencil lead flavors show a sense of poise and polish. | Estate | 88 | 36 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Basel Cellars 2012 Estate Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Franc | Basel Cellars |
| 45496 | 45495 | France | Typically crisp and fruity, this green-apple-driven wine has bright acidity and a tangy, citrus edge. It is bright, cool and refreshing, ready to drink now. | Domaine la Combelle Apremont | 88 | 17 | France Other | Vin de Savoie | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Bernard et Christophe Richel 2015 Domaine la Combelle Apremont Jacquère (Vin de Savoie) | Jacquère | Bernard et Christophe Richel |
| 45497 | 45496 | US | This blend of 46% Sauvignon Blanc, 39% Sémillon and 15% Viognier pleases in a light-bodied frame. Lychee meets lemon, lime and a lengthy complexity of wet stone on the finish. | Baby Blue Blanc | 88 | 24 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Blue Rock 2015 Baby Blue Blanc Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon (Sonoma Coast) | Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon | Blue Rock |
| 45498 | 45497 | US | Given three years of barrel age and another in bottle, this mature wine offers baked fruit, cedar, clove and red-currant flavors, sizably robust in texture and weight. Thick tannins provide it with additional density. | | 88 | 48 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Boyle MacDonald 2011 Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Boyle MacDonald |
| 45499 | 45498 | US | This easy-drinking wine has a light spiciness like cinnamon in the aroma, good cherry flavors and a smooth but slightly tangy texture. Not too full bodied, it shows good balance. | Quadriga Hopland Ranches Estate Bottled | 88 | 26 | California | Mendocino | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Brutocao 2012 Quadriga Hopland Ranches Estate Bottled Red (Mendocino) | Red Blend | Brutocao |
| 45500 | 45499 | Italy | Aromas of dark berry, underbrush, baking spice and a balsamic note lead the nose. Showing structure and poise, the approachable palate delivers juicy wild cherry, raspberry and clove alongside polished tannins and vibrant acidity. | | 88 | | Tuscany | Rosso di Montalcino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Caprili 2014 Rosso di Montalcino | Sangiovese | Caprili |
| 45501 | 45500 | US | This exuberantly aromatic ice wine leaps from the glass in plumes of mango, sweet citrus and caramel. Hints of mushroom and hay lend a slightly earthier tone to candied orange peel and apple flavors on the palate, but bright, citrusy acidity lends to a clean finish. | Fiori Delle Stelle Estate Grown Ice Wine | 88 | 40 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Casa Larga 2010 Fiori Delle Stelle Estate Grown Ice Wine Vidal Blanc (Finger Lakes) | Vidal Blanc | Casa Larga |
| 45502 | 45501 | Argentina | Gritty aromas of creosote, campfire and road tar are dark, woody and oaky. A clampy, angular palate deals firm tannins and acid-driven flavors of plum, berry and minty oak. A tarry tasting, peppery finish is loud and rugged. | Don Baltazar | 88 | 17 | Other | San Juan | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Casa Montes 2013 Don Baltazar Cabernet Franc (San Juan) | Cabernet Franc | Casa Montes |
| 45503 | 45502 | US | This medium-bodied, nicely firm and approachable red shows cherry, cassis, tobacco and black olive along a juicy core of grippy texture. | District Collection | 88 | 95 | California | Calistoga | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Raymond 2013 District Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Calistoga) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Raymond |
| 45504 | 45503 | Spain | Appealing white-flower and apple aromas turn more dusty and briny with air. This feels tight and citrusy, just as Verdejo should. Flavors of orange, green herbs and pickle brine finish with a lot of life and zest. | El Bufon | 88 | 15 | Northern Spain | Rueda | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Reina de Castilla 2015 El Bufon Verdejo (Rueda) | Verdejo | Reina de Castilla |
| 45505 | 45504 | US | A ripe, almost sweet aroma and flavors recalling blackberry syrup and raisins make this wine rich and tempting. Firm tannins and full body clamp down on the finish. | High Elevation Collection | 88 | 20 | California | Lake County | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Shannon Ridge 2014 High Elevation Collection Cabernet Sauvignon (Lake County) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Shannon Ridge |
| 45506 | 45505 | Italy | You'll find aromas of forest floor, toast, porcini mushroom, game and a balsamic note on this vibrant red. The smooth, dense palate offers tart red cherry, truffle, anise and a salty hint of cured meat alongside bright acidity and fine-grained tannins. | | 88 | 30 | Tuscany | Rosso di Montalcino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tassi 2013 Rosso di Montalcino | Sangiovese | Tassi |
| 45507 | 45506 | France | This crisp, fruit-driven wine is full of sliced apple and bright acidity. It has a touch of pepper and a juicy aftertaste of squeezed blood orange. Drink now. | Clos les Montys Sur Lie | 88 | 16 | Loire Valley | Muscadet Sèvre et Maine | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Jérémie Huchet 2015 Clos les Montys Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Melon | Jérémie Huchet |
| 45508 | 45507 | France | There is just a hint of the structure normally associated with the appellation. Otherwise, the wine is broad and soft with rounded berry and cherry flavors. It comes from vines on the flatter vineyards in the valley. It's a wine that will mature quickly. Drink from 2018. | Collection | 88 | 83 | Burgundy | Nuits-St.-Georges | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | L. Tramier & Fils 2015 Collection (Nuits-St.-Georges) | Pinot Noir | L. Tramier & Fils |
| 45509 | 45508 | US | While lemony-fresh with a streak of crushed-stone minerality, this medium-bodied white lacks the exuberance and spice expected of Gewürztraminer. It's refreshing and pleasing nonetheless, with a spray of lingering white blossom perfume on the finish. | Doyle Vineyard | 85 | 22 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Swedish Hill 2013 Doyle Vineyard Gewürztraminer (Finger Lakes) | Gewürztraminer | Swedish Hill |
| 45510 | 45509 | US | For the first release of this wine, the oak unfortunately is almost completely overwhelming. Vanilla, green wood, mocha and mint overpower almost any sense of varietal aroma and flavor. | | 85 | 20 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Thurston Wolfe 2012 Touriga Nacional (Yakima Valley) | Touriga Nacional | Thurston Wolfe |