| 56101 | 56100 | US | Dark strawberry fruit meets with rustic earthy aromas and light allspice notes on the nose of this wine from the late actor's family-owned winery. The palate shows boisterous and tart cranberry and black raspberry fruit, with pencil lead minerality and great energy, if not a ton of complexity. | Older Barrels | 90 | 55 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Fess Parker 2013 Older Barrels Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills) | Pinot Noir | Fess Parker |
| 56102 | 56101 | US | Slightly shy aromas of blackberry, black plum and turned black soil are simple and straightforward on this wine. The palate combines pencil lead with anise, thyme, marjoram and black pepper, framed by tart cranberry, beet juice and sour-cherry fruit. A sip enlivens the mouth and wipes clean on the finish. | Barrel Select | 90 | 60 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Foley 2013 Barrel Select Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills) | Pinot Noir | Foley |
| 56103 | 56102 | US | Elegant, soothing and delicious, this wine seems suave and sophisticated. It feels supple, tastes like subtly spiced plums and cherries, and has medium body and a lingering finish. | | 90 | 45 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Freeman 2013 Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast) | Pinot Noir | Freeman |
| 56104 | 56103 | Hungary | This well-balanced wine has scents of finely ground black pepper, dried cherry, black plum and violets with flavors of plum, blackberry and tart cherry. The tannins are smooth and the finish is persistent. | Steiner | 90 | 35 | Sopron | | | Jeff Jenssen | @worldwineguys | Weninger 2011 Steiner Kékfrankos (Sopron) | Kekfrankos | Weninger |
| 56105 | 56104 | US | An expansive, full-bodied and generously rich wine, this features present but integrated oak. Aromas of orange blossom and jasmine rise slowly out of the glass to lighten the experience, polished in bites of green apple and pineapple. | Unfiltered | 90 | 55 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | William Hill Estate 2013 Unfiltered Chardonnay (Napa Valley) | Chardonnay | William Hill Estate |
| 56106 | 56105 | Italy | Luminous and fresh, this opens with aromas of red berry, violet, chopped herb and a whiff of baking spice. The vibrant, linear palate offers red cherry, strawberry, white pepper and star anise alongside racy acidity and polished tannins. Enjoy through 2018. | | 90 | 18 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Vignavecchia 2013 Chianti Classico | Red Blend | Vignavecchia |
| 56107 | 56106 | Italy | Pressed violet, perfumed berry and a hint of baking spice aromas unfold on this sleek, savory red. The medium-bodied palate delivers ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, cinnamon, clove and star anise alongside firm, polished tannins. Drink through 2021. | Il Palei | 90 | 22 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Villa a Sesta 2011 Il Palei (Chianti Classico) | Sangiovese | Villa a Sesta |
| 56108 | 56107 | Italy | Black plum, dark kitchen spice, leather and pressed violet aromas lead the nose on this round, savory wine. On the velvety palate, firm, polished tannins frame mature black cherry, licorice and a hint of chewing tobacco. Drink through 2018. | Piegaia Riserva | 90 | 25 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Villa Calcinaia 2011 Piegaia Riserva (Chianti Classico) | Sangiovese | Villa Calcinaia |
| 56109 | 56108 | Austria | Notes of peardrop and lemon are immediately apparent on the nose. The palate is fresh and light, while the body shows spritz and fruity joy. This has ease and freshness, finishing on an appetizing hint of lemon. | | 89 | 14 | Kremstal | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Winzer Krems 2016 Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal) | Grüner Veltliner | Winzer Krems |
| 56110 | 56109 | Spain | Clean, fresh apple aromas and a minerally, citric palate are on point for brut nature. A lightly salty set of persimmon and apple flavors finishes lively, with dry citrus notes on the finish. | Cygnus Brut Nature Reserva Made With Organic Grapes | 89 | 20 | Catalonia | Cava | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | 1+1=3 NV Cygnus Brut Nature Reserva Made With Organic Grapes Sparkling (Cava) | Sparkling Blend | 1+1=3 |
| 56111 | 56110 | US | Pale salmon in color, this wine is 63% Mourvèdre and 37% Grenache. Aromas of fresh strawberry, watermelon, spice and cherry lead to bone-dry mouthwatering fruit flavors. It brings a lot of appeal. | Painted Hills Vineyard | 89 | 19 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Ardor 2016 Painted Hills Vineyard Rosé (Yakima Valley) | Rosé | Ardor |
| 56112 | 56111 | France | Made from organically grown grapes, this blend of 30% Syrah, 30% Mourvèdre, 30% Grenache and 10% Carignan boasts a pleasant balance of ripe black-fruit tones and earthy, herbal hints of garrigue. Hints of violet and lightly toasted oak add depth and interest throughout, with a lush, fruity finish of blackberry and boysenberry. | Tradition | 89 | 17 | Languedoc-Roussillon | Saint-Chinian | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Château Bousquette 2013 Tradition Red (Saint-Chinian) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Château Bousquette |
| 56113 | 56112 | Greece | Jasmine, spice and honey on the nose lead to a balance of lemon zest, mandarin orange and fresh fruit on the palate. The wine has a good balance and a zesty finish. | | 89 | 19 | Mantinia | | | Susan Kostrzewa | @suskostrzewa | Nasiakos 2015 White (Mantinia) | White Blend | Nasiakos |
| 56114 | 56113 | US | Almost mauve in color, this widely distributed wine (named after the time the winemaking crew pops open their bottles at home) shows candied strawberry, watermelon Jolly Rancher and a touch of slate on the nose. Tons of tongue-tingling acidity and a expertly grippy texture cut through the watermelon and raspberry flavors. | 515 Vine Select | 89 | 15 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Noble Vines 2016 515 Vine Select Rosé (Central Coast) | Rosé | Noble Vines |
| 56115 | 56114 | Spain | Fig and raisin aromas blend with damp earth and animal notes on the nose of this grippy, bumpy crianza lacks focus but is still quite good. Black cherry, herbal plum and toasty oak flavors finish sticky and with lasting oak. Drink through 2025. | Crianza | 89 | 50 | Northern Spain | Ribera del Duero | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Pagos de Valcerracin 2013 Crianza (Ribera del Duero) | Tempranillo | Pagos de Valcerracin |
| 56116 | 56115 | Spain | This Godello feels composed and solid. Dry white-fruit aromas are reticent and oily. Flavors of peach and golden apple finish with stability and a sense of class. Drink now. | | 89 | 20 | Northern Spain | Bierzo | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Pazo Pondal 2015 Godello (Bierzo) | Godello | Pazo Pondal |
| 56117 | 56116 | France | This wine, from selected vineyards owned by the Carrille family, is rich and now mature. Its tannins are merging with the secondary flavors of the fruit as it softens and develops a spice and tobacco character. Drink this wine now. | | 89 | 35 | Bordeaux | Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Poupille 2011 Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux | Merlot | Poupille |
| 56118 | 56117 | Spain | Floral lime aromas are fresh, while this wine feels tight, and light. Bright citrus and tropical-fruit flavors are winners, and this is steady and fresh on a tasty finish. | Brut Imperial Reserva | 89 | 22 | Catalonia | Cava | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Rexach Baqués NV Brut Imperial Reserva Sparkling (Cava) | Sparkling Blend | Rexach Baqués |
| 56119 | 56118 | US | Red Mountain fruit from Obelisco, Kiona and Klipsun vineyards make up the heart of this wine, with Dionysus, Olsen and Oasis rounding it out. High-toned aromas of vanilla, herb and jammy black cherry lead to polished dark-fruit flavors. It brings a lot of enjoyment. | Holler | 89 | 32 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Sparkman 2014 Holler Cabernet Sauvignon (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Sparkman |
| 56120 | 56119 | US | This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (39%), Cabernet Franc (29%), Merlot (19%), Malbec (9%) and Petit Verdot. It explores the first two varieties's leafier sides, with aromas of garden herbs followed by graphite, orange peel and barrel spice. The palate is tart and fresh, full of cranberry flavors supported by lightly chewy tannins. It brings a pleasing sense of acidity that bodes well for its longevity. | Sevens424 | 89 | 36 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Stevens 2014 Sevens424 Red (Yakima Valley) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Stevens |
| 56121 | 56120 | US | The aromas are bright, with notes of fresh herb, red cherry, Red Vines, orange peel and barrel spice. The palate shows a pleasing sense of concentration and richness, with light meaty notes on the finish. | StevensMerlot | 89 | 32 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Stevens 2014 StevensMerlot Merlot (Yakima Valley) | Merlot | Stevens |
| 56122 | 56121 | US | The aromas pop on this 100% varietal, with notes of dark plum, mountain blueberry, vanilla and cream. The flavors are smooth and sultry, mixing fruit and barrel with a plush feel and a lightly astringent finish. The variety is hard to get but it delivers a lot of enjoyment. | | 89 | 30 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Tamarack Cellars 2015 Cabernet Franc (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Cabernet Franc | Tamarack Cellars |
| 56123 | 56122 | US | Very pithy aromas of grapefruit, squeezed lemon, crisp Asian pear and a touch of chalk show on the nose of this bottling, another strong argument about how well this variety can do in cool coastal California. The flavors are light and crisp, with yellow apple and yellow-grapefruit pith most prominent. | Paragon Vineyard | 89 | 17 | California | Edna Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Tangent 2015 Paragon Vineyard Albariño (Edna Valley) | Albariño | Tangent |
| 56124 | 56123 | US | Expertly light touches of banana, honey, pecan, tuberose and citrus peel show on the nose of this blend by Joey Tensley and Alex Guarachi. There is great energy and tension to the sip, with yellow-grapefruit-juice flavors. Crisp, this would be a great shellfish pairing. | | 89 | 20 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Tenshen 2015 White (Central Coast) | White Blend | Tenshen |
| 56125 | 56124 | Spain | Moderately floral aromas of stone fruits and fresh carrot juice feed into a round palate that's balanced and well shaped. Nectarine and peach flavors are nice and easy. This wine is slightly leesy-tasting on a medium-length finish. | Abadía de San Campio | 89 | 20 | Galicia | Rías Baixas | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Terras Gauda 2016 Abadía de San Campio Albariño (Rías Baixas) | Albariño | Terras Gauda |
| 56126 | 56125 | US | This wine is half Grenache, with the balance Mourvèdre (31%), Syrah (14%) and Counoise. Lighter in color, it brings aromas of cranberry, cherry, spice, smoked meat and herb. The tart cranberry flavors are full bodied, showing a sense of purity and balance, pulling up a bit on the finish. | The Ramparts | 89 | 46 | Washington | Red Mountain | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | The Walls 2014 The Ramparts Red (Red Mountain) | Rhône-style Red Blend | The Walls |
| 56127 | 56126 | France | Made from 80% Syrah and 20% Grenache, this starts off a touch closed and quiet, but with time reveals notes of black plum, blackberry, licorice, chicory, black pepper and leather. It is strongly textured, with firm tannins and black fruit-skin flavors that linger through the finish. Drink 2018–2021. | L'Artisan | 89 | | Languedoc-Roussillon | Saint-Chinian | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Laurent Miquel 2013 L'Artisan Syrah-Grenache (Saint-Chinian) | Syrah-Grenache | Laurent Miquel |
| 56128 | 56127 | France | Plush and velvety in texture, this is a reasonably mouthcoating and rich wine made from organic grapes. Blackberries, plums and dark chocolate mingle easily on the palate, lingering on the finish. Drink now–2020. | Domaine le Garrigon Cuvée des Vieux Truffiers | 89 | 17 | Rhône Valley | Côtes du Rhône | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Louis Bernard 2015 Domaine le Garrigon Cuvée des Vieux Truffiers Red (Côtes du Rhône) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Louis Bernard |
| 56129 | 56128 | France | This elegant, lithe little wine is ready to drink. Leather, dried fruit, black olive and cocoa notes fade into a softly dusty finish tinged with lingering espresso nuances. | Domaine de Clairfont | 89 | 12 | Rhône Valley | Vin de Pays de Vaucluse | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Vignobles Guy Mousset et Fils 2015 Domaine de Clairfont Red (Vin de Pays de Vaucluse) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Vignobles Guy Mousset et Fils |
| 56130 | 56129 | France | Jammy fruits—wild strawberry and boysenberry—are complemented by scents of violet and sweet spice. The medium-weight palate is plush and velvety in texture, with dense fruit flavors that are countered by a lingering grip on the finish. Drink now–2020. | Les Terrasses Royales | 89 | 17 | Languedoc-Roussillon | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Terre de Loups 2014 Les Terrasses Royales Carignan-Syrah | Carignan-Syrah | Terre de Loups |