| 57062 | 57061 | Italy | This structured white opens with enticing scents of citrus and orchard fruit. The vibrant, full-bodied palate delivers lime, grapefruit and yellow peach accompanied by lively acidity. A mineral note signals the finish. | Karneid | 89 | 22 | Northeastern Italy | Alto Adige | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Franz Gojer-Glögglhof 2014 Karneid Kerner (Alto Adige) | Kerner | Franz Gojer-Glögglhof |
| 57063 | 57062 | Italy | Classic varietal aromas of tomato leaf, hay and passion fruit lead the nose on this fragrant white. The elegantly structured palate offers grapefruit, white peach and mineral alongside crisp acidity. | Karneid | 89 | 26 | Northeastern Italy | Alto Adige | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Franz Gojer-Glögglhof 2014 Karneid Sauvignon (Alto Adige) | Sauvignon | Franz Gojer-Glögglhof |
| 57064 | 57063 | US | Nicely concentrated aromas of black currants meet tobacco, bell pepper and pencil lead on the nose. There's great verve and tenison on the medium-bodied palate, with tart blackberries against a backdrop of graphite and cocoa dust. | | 89 | 45 | Michigan | Leelanau Peninsula | | Alexander Peartree | | Gill's Pier 2012 Cabernet Franc-Merlot (Leelanau Peninsula) | Cabernet Franc-Merlot | Gill's Pier |
| 57065 | 57064 | Argentina | Wiry raspberry and plum aromas put this in the red-fruit category. A loud, tannic, expansive palate blazes with acidity, while fully toasted oak gives this a burnt element to match raspberry and red-plum flavors. Hard tannins and bold acidity make for a long, rugged finish. | Terroir | 89 | 18 | Mendoza Province | Uco Valley | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Altos Las Hormigas 2012 Terroir Malbec (Uco Valley) | Malbec | Altos Las Hormigas |
| 57066 | 57065 | Israel | Dark garnet in the glass, this wine has a bouquet of black cherry, vanilla and anise. Flavors of black cherry, raspberry, chocolate and violet roll on the tongue amidst almost chewy tannins that are kept in check by bright acidity. There is a strong note of cranberry on the finish and a touch of chocolate on the post-palate. | Classic | 89 | 12 | Negev | | | Mike DeSimone | @worldwineguys | Barkan 2013 Classic Pinot Noir (Negev) | Pinot Noir | Barkan |
| 57067 | 57066 | Spain | A clear color and agile, minerally aromas of pear and apple announce that this is mild and not too pushy. Elegant and fresh on the palate, this Verdejo tastes of orange, grapefruit and mango, while the finish is lasting and focused. | | 89 | | Northern Spain | Rueda | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Campo Alegre 2013 Verdejo (Rueda) | Verdejo | Campo Alegre |
| 57068 | 57067 | South Africa | There's a layered complexity to this interesting blend of 47% Viognier, 32% Chenin Blanc, 18% Roussanne and 3% Grenache Blanc, with a beautiful interplay between the fruity notes of citrus peel, tart melon, green apple and plum and the earthy tones of fynbos, almond skin and sweet baking spice. The plush texture is countered by ample acidity, leading into a clean finish that's laced with toasty accents. Drink now–2018. | Nurok | 89 | 27 | Paarl | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Fairview 2013 Nurok White (Paarl) | White Blend | Fairview |
| 57069 | 57068 | Spain | This oxidized, woody white displays Sherry aromas of flor and peanut buttter, but little to no fruit. Crisp acidity corrals the palate, while barrel-driven flavors are front and center, and once again, fruit is hard to find. Overall, this is stylistically iconoclastic, but the execution is good. Drink through 2022. | Aurum Crianza | 89 | 40 | Northern Spain | Rioja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Honoratus 2008 Aurum Crianza White (Rioja) | White Blend | Honoratus |
| 57061 | 57060 | Italy | Beeswax, acacia and aromas of pressed yellow flower are front and center on this lively wine while the vibrant palate offer yellow peach, crisp apple and toasted almond. It's lively and balanced, with a fresh finish. | | 89 | 19 | Northeastern Italy | Collio | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Ferruccio Sgubin 2013 Friulano (Collio) | Friulano | Ferruccio Sgubin |
| 57070 | 57069 | US | Decadent aromas of kirsch liqueur, pipe smoke and campfire waft from this wine by David Hunt, who is also a blind piano impresario. Leathery flavors of cooked cherries, smoked berries, baked cookies and a strong coffee character power the palate. | Rhapsody in Red Destiny Vineyards | 89 | 75 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Hunt Cellars 2010 Rhapsody in Red Destiny Vineyards Red (Paso Robles) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Hunt Cellars |
| 57071 | 57070 | Italy | Aromas and flavors of green apple and white peach come together on this lively, elegant white. Racy acidity lifts up the creamy flavors while a mineral vein ties it all together. | | 89 | 34 | Northeastern Italy | Venezia Giulia | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Jermann 2014 Pinot Bianco (Venezia Giulia) | Pinot Bianco | Jermann |
| 57072 | 57071 | Germany | Concentrated swells of peach and honey sweeten this bright, sunny off-dry kabinett. While crisp, almost lacy, in mouthfeel, stark, lemony acidity drives a piercing finish. Drink now. | Piesporter Michelsberg Kabinett | 89 | 11 | Mosel | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Karl Josef 2014 Piesporter Michelsberg Kabinett Riesling (Mosel) | Riesling | Karl Josef |
| 57073 | 57072 | South Africa | This organic bottling, made by the winery's former Winemaker Craig Hawkins (who now spearheads his own brand, Testalonga), is a blend of 54% Chenin Blanc, 31% Viognier and 15% Chardonnay. There's an immediately attractive richness to the nose, thanks to upfront notes of beeswax, honeysuckle, Asian pear, yellow apple and a touch of guava. The medium-weight mouthfeel is surprisingly direct and clean, with tart white fruit and pure citrus tones that carry through to the bright finish. Drink now–2018. | LAM | 89 | 16 | Swartland | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Lammershoek 2013 LAM White (Swartland) | White Blend | Lammershoek |
| 57074 | 57073 | US | Driven by vivid blackberry and black cherry flavors, this medium-bodied wine tastes pure, concentrated, and true to the grape variety. It has mild tannins, fresh acidity and an appealing sense of balance. | Estate | 89 | 35 | California | Livermore Valley | Central Coast | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Las Positas 2012 Estate Syrah (Livermore Valley) | Syrah | Las Positas |
| 57075 | 57074 | US | There is an opulence of ripe, black fruit in this Pinot, a selection from various vineyard sources throughout the appellation. Floral in violet and rose, it offers rich cardamom-cinnamon spice and a balanced taste of cola and jam. | Barrel 16 | 90 | 75 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | J Vineyards & Winery 2012 Barrel 16 Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | J Vineyards & Winery |
| 57076 | 57075 | US | Crafted from grapes grown in two estate vineyards, Pastorale and Quarter Moon, this wine deftly provides a taste of wild strawberry and feral forest floor, offering concentration within a lean frame. The finish memorably imprints lasting cardamom spice. | Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown | 90 | 55 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Joseph Phelps 2012 Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast) | Pinot Noir | Joseph Phelps |
| 57077 | 57076 | US | Classy and focused, this elegant effort features sharp citrus and raspberry flavors, in a tight, vertical, fruit-driven style. Given its depth and tangy acidity, it seems a good candidate for some additional bottle age, though not long term cellaring. | Old School Vineyards | 90 | 55 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | King Estate 2011 Old School Vineyards Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley) | Pinot Noir | King Estate |
| 57078 | 57077 | Italy | This pretty, salmon-colored wine opens with aromas of red berry, iris and a yeasty note of bread dough. On the palate, strawberry and raspberry take center stage while clove and vanilla add interest. It's balanced with bright acidity, while a soft mousse adds elegance. | Brut Rosé | 90 | 35 | Lombardy | Franciacorta | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Lantieri de Paratico NV Brut Rosé Sparkling (Franciacorta) | Sparkling Blend | Lantieri de Paratico |
| 57079 | 57078 | Italy | Aromas of mature prune, blackberry and baking spice lead the nose and follow through to the rich palate along with cinnamon. It's balanced with fresh acidity and chewy tannins. | Passito | 90 | 60 | Central Italy | Montefalco Sagrantino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Lungarotti 2009 Passito (Montefalco Sagrantino) | Sagrantino | Lungarotti |
| 57080 | 57079 | France | The Jaume family's regular bottling of 2011 Châteauneuf is a firm, sturdy effort. Dusty tannins frame notes of cherry, ash and espresso and come to a slightly chewy finish. Give it another year or two and then drink it up by 2020. | Domaine Grand Veneur | 90 | 53 | Rhône Valley | Châteauneuf-du-Pape | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Alain Jaume et Fils 2011 Domaine Grand Veneur Red (Châteauneuf-du-Pape) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Alain Jaume et Fils |
| 57081 | 57080 | Spain | Apple and stone fruit aromas are fresh and direct, not wayward, leesy or creamy. This is a layered, somewhat complex Albariño, with fresh flavors of lemon curd and white peach. A dry, classy, wet stone finish is elegant and emphasizes the positives of the variety. | | 90 | 17 | Galicia | Rías Baixas | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Val do Sosego 2013 Albariño (Rías Baixas) | Albariño | Val do Sosego |
| 57082 | 57081 | US | A barrel-fermented Chardonnay with creamy texture, this opens with bright, prominent Meyer lemon notes before delving into softer flavors of pear and vanilla on the midpalate. The acidity holds through to the finish, accented by a touch of honey. | Sangiacomo Vineyard | 90 | 35 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | B.R. Cohn 2011 Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay (Carneros) | Chardonnay | B.R. Cohn |
| 57083 | 57082 | US | Pungent tobacco, sage and grape juice aromas lead the nose on this tasty wine. The tannins are well dispersed on the palate, and the flavors balance between dark purple fruits and herbals of licorice and crushed marjoram. | Billy Goat Hill | 90 | 45 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Blackjack 2010 Billy Goat Hill Merlot (Santa Barbara County) | Merlot | Blackjack |
| 57084 | 57083 | US | Tightly wound and sculpted fruit anchors an appealing Chardonnay with ample influence from barrel aging. In this excellent, fruit-forward vintage, plenty of weight characterizes the core apple flavors, which are wrapped in a lush coating of toast, butter pecan and nougat. | Dijon 76 Estate | 90 | 30 | Oregon | Chehalem Mountains | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Carabella 2012 Dijon 76 Estate Chardonnay (Chehalem Mountains) | Chardonnay | Carabella |
| 57085 | 57084 | US | Unusually dry and crisp, this gives up tangy green apple, kiwi and lemon flavors backed by electric acidity, rather light body and a touch of enervating astringency that's unusual in a white wine. Fresh oysters, please. | | 90 | 26 | California | Anderson Valley | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Carpe Diem 2013 Chardonnay (Anderson Valley) | Chardonnay | Carpe Diem |
| 57086 | 57085 | France | A blend of 50/50 Merlot and Cabernet Franc, this is a rich, spicy and perfumed wine. Layers of wood aging accompany ripe blackberry fruits and dark tannins. The texture is dense and dark, still developing. Drink from 2018. | | 90 | 65 | Bordeaux | Saint-Émilion | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château la Révérence 2012 Saint-Émilion | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château la Révérence |
| 57087 | 57086 | US | More than 30 years of making dry Alsatian wines in the Edna Valley are on display in this classic bottling. The varietal's familiar gasoline nose picks up lightness from fresh apple, crisp nectarine and a macadamia-marzipan touch. The palate is based on very balanced acidity, with flavors of buttered pear and lemon strudel. | Estate | 90 | 28 | California | Edna Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Claiborne & Churchill 2012 Estate Riesling (Edna Valley) | Riesling | Claiborne & Churchill |
| 57088 | 57087 | Italy | Fragrant and elegant, this vibrant wine has aromas of crushed violet and spice. The creamy palate doles out juicy wild strawberry, raspberry and cake spice alongside zesty acidity. | Vecchia Modena Premium | 90 | 16 | Central Italy | Lambrusco di Sorbara | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Cleto Chiarli 2013 Vecchia Modena Premium (Lambrusco di Sorbara) | Lambrusco di Sorbara | Cleto Chiarli |
| 57089 | 57088 | US | This is bright in notes of apple blossom, lemon and lime, with additional hints of mineral and oak. Developing in the glass, it offers flavors of grapefruit and lemongrass from middle to end, while the finish is lightly marked by a honey accent. | Bacigalupi Vineyard | 90 | 45 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Gary Farrell 2012 Bacigalupi Vineyard Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Gary Farrell |
| 57090 | 57089 | Italy | Made with native grape Picolit from Italy's Friuli region, this dessert wine delivers concentrated apricot, candied ginger, oak, vanilla, honey and dried exotic fruit. Pair it with seasoned blue cheeses or sip as a meditation wine. | | 90 | 125 | Northeastern Italy | Rosazzo | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Livio Felluga 2008 Rosazzo | Picolit | Livio Felluga |