57331 | 57330 | South Africa | Accents of crushed violets add interest to the wild strawberry, blackberry and plum fruit core. Mouthwatering and clean, this has dusty tannins and medium acidity that provide a nice structure. | Wild Wine | 85 | 10 | Western Cape | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Mwitu 2011 Wild Wine Pinotage (Western Cape) | Pinotage | Mwitu |
57332 | 57331 | Spain | The aromas are slightly maderized and soft, with hints of baked apple and corn cake. It feels plump, mealy and a touch flat, with nectarine and wheat flavors. Chunky and peachy on the finish, this is starting to fade. | La Casa de las Esencias | 85 | 12 | Northern Spain | Rueda | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Pico Cuadro 2010 La Casa de las Esencias Verdejo (Rueda) | Verdejo | Pico Cuadro |
57333 | 57332 | US | This nonvintage Riesling offers light apple flavors and a hint of spice. | | 85 | 8 | Washington | Washington | Washington Other | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Pine & Post NV Riesling (Washington) | Riesling | Pine & Post |
57334 | 57333 | Spain | Raisiny on the nose, but even with the bouquet's overripeness, it settles on the palate, showing fresh raisin and cassis flavors, with just enough acidity to keep it balanced. Jammy and short on the finish. | | 85 | 9 | Central Spain | Vino de la Tierra de Castilla | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Almez 2009 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla) | Tempranillo | Almez |
57335 | 57334 | South Africa | There's an herbal streak to the berry center of this wine, with just the faintest suggestion of mocha that unfolds on the finish. The texture is full and slightly creamy, with dusty tannins providing enough structure and balance. | | 85 | 10 | Robertson | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Excelsior 2010 Syrah (Robertson) | Syrah | Excelsior |
57336 | 57335 | US | There is nothing wrong with this wine, but it shows no particular varietal character. It's a soft, mocha-inflected, all-purpose red. | | 85 | 25 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Ryan Patrick 2009 Barbera (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Barbera | Ryan Patrick |
57337 | 57336 | Italy | Young, bright and easy, this offers pretty aromas of forest fruit and white cherry. The finish is characterized by a bitter almond note. | | 85 | 13 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico | | | | Scriani 2011 Valpolicella Classico | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Scriani |
57338 | 57337 | Spain | Starts out with stalky, corny aromas that are typical of sweet Cavas. It feels candied and almost cloying, but adequate acidity comes to the rescue. Flavors of melon, mango and kiwi are sweet, while the finish suggests corn cakes and tropical fruits. | Aria Estate Extra Dry | 85 | 14 | Catalonia | Cava | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Segura Viudas NV Aria Estate Extra Dry Sparkling (Cava) | Sparkling Blend | Segura Viudas |
57339 | 57338 | US | This is a fruity Merlot with a strong lemony streak. There are hints of pepper as well. Drink soon. | | 85 | 27 | Washington | Wahluke Slope | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Tildio 2009 Merlot (Wahluke Slope) | Merlot | Tildio |
57340 | 57339 | US | Slender and acid driven, this Tempranillo, with its light berry and herb flavors, resolves with a lemony, chalky finish. | Reserve Estate | 85 | 35 | Washington | Lake Chelan | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Tildio 2009 Reserve Estate Tempranillo (Lake Chelan) | Tempranillo | Tildio |
57341 | 57340 | US | Very rich and fruity, yet it tastes pretty sweet. If you enjoy a candied blackberry flavor, this could be for you. | Paradiso | 85 | 65 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | V. Sattui 2008 Paradiso Red (Napa Valley) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | V. Sattui |
57342 | 57341 | US | Ripe and broad shouldered, this blend of Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah and Cabernet Sauvignon is full in flavor and tannins. It's a perfect pizza wine. | Cimarron | 85 | 25 | California | Lake County | | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Vigilance 2010 Cimarron Red (Lake County) | Red Blend | Vigilance |
57343 | 57342 | US | Based on Merlot, this is soft and pretty simple. The flavors are of red currants, cherry jam, cola and licorice, with a smoky, caramelized sweetness from the oak. | Mon Amour | 85 | 60 | California | Santa Ynez Valley | Central Coast | | | Coquelicot 2009 Mon Amour Red (Santa Ynez Valley) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Coquelicot |
57344 | 57343 | France | Laroche sources grapes from outside the Chablis area to make this elegant, smooth, caramel- and peach-flavored wine. A touch of wood lends a note of spice and adds to the round texture. Screwcap. | | 85 | | Burgundy | Bourgogne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Laroche 2011 Bourgogne | Chardonnay | Domaine Laroche |
57345 | 57344 | US | Herbaceous and brisk, this elegant, medium-bodied Cabernet perks up on the palate with its crisp red-fruit and acidity. Straightforward yet pleasantly accented with hints of violet and black coffee, it would pair well with a variety of earthy, fall braises. | | 85 | 14 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Fulkerson 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon (Finger Lakes) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Fulkerson |
57346 | 57345 | US | The 2011 vintage created wines with underripeness and low alcohol, and this Riesling attempts to cut the sourness with its 2.4% residual sugar. It comes across as a mix of lemon juice, orange juice, and simple sweetness. | | 85 | 15 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Airfield Estates 2011 Riesling (Yakima Valley) | Riesling | Airfield Estates |
57347 | 57346 | France | Fruity and attractively wood aged, this is soft and round, with a bright edge of acidity that brings out the taut, refreshing finish. | | 85 | 16 | Burgundy | Bourgogne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Albert Bichot 2010 Bourgogne | Chardonnay | Albert Bichot |
57348 | 57347 | US | A dominant feral aroma of sweaty saddle leather overlays the core of dark stone fruit. Medium to full bodied, this has appetizing acids that juice up the salient black-tea and black cherry flavors. Astringent and dry on the finish, this should pair well with juicy steaks and sautéed mushrooms. | | 85 | 26 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | Annefield Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Virginia) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Annefield Vineyards |
57349 | 57348 | Italy | Rio This opens with fresh aromas of wild strawberry and blueberry, embellished by tiny accents of spice and bitter almond. There's even a savory note of rosemary oil on the finish. | Rio Albo | 85 | 15 | Veneto | Valpolicella | | | | Ca' Rugate 2011 Rio Albo (Valpolicella) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Ca' Rugate |
57350 | 57349 | US | Despite having a wealth of cherry and sweet, smoky oak flavors, unripe notes of green peppercorn and tomato mark this Pinot Noir. The structure is fine and the acidity is great, but the veggie taste distracts. | Estate Gold Coast Vineyard | 85 | 35 | California | Santa Maria Valley | Central Coast | | | Costa de Oro 2010 Estate Gold Coast Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley) | Pinot Noir | Costa de Oro |
57351 | 57350 | France | This is light and fruity, but it could use some more concentration. It has an attractive apple flavor and a touch of citrus. For a grand cru, it is surprisingly ready to drink. | Les Clos Grand Cru | 85 | | Burgundy | Chablis | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine L. Chatelain 2010 Les Clos Grand Cru (Chablis) | Chardonnay | Domaine L. Chatelain |
57352 | 57351 | Italy | Easy and fresh, this ruby-colored wine opens with cherry, blackberry and dried rose aromas. It's clean and crisp, with a simple finish. | Grotta del Ninfeo | 85 | 19 | Veneto | Valpolicella | | | | Domenico Fraccaroli 2011 Grotta del Ninfeo (Valpolicella) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Domenico Fraccaroli |
57353 | 57352 | US | Tight-lipped aromas of golden fig and dried strawberry are underpinned by a touch of chocolate. Supple and chocolaty tasting on the palate, this has balanced tannins and acids that lend just-enough structural support. | | 85 | 18 | Missouri | Augusta | | | | Augusta Winery 2009 Norton (Augusta) | Norton | Augusta Winery |
57354 | 57353 | South Africa | Aromatic and lively, this fresh rosé offers bright notes of juicy peach, red cherry and wild strawberry. The medium-weight palate is balanced by refreshing, orange-infused acidity that results in a clean, mouthwatering finish. | The Wolftrap | 85 | 11 | Western Cape | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Boekenhoutskloof 2011 The Wolftrap Rosé (Western Cape) | Rosé | Boekenhoutskloof |
57355 | 57354 | South Africa | This is forward and fresh, with notes of green apple, gooseberry and lemon-lime on the nose and palate. Zippy and mouthwatering, it has faint suggestions of lime zest and fresh-cut grass on the back. | | 85 | 11 | Western Cape | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | MAN Vintners 2011 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape) | Sauvignon Blanc | MAN Vintners |
57356 | 57355 | Spain | Gaseous berry aromas settle on pepper, oregano and earth tones. It feels tight, full and potent, with herbal, peppery flavors of black fruit and licorice. This turns more meaty and pumped up as it unfolds—much more rugged than refined. | Gran Vino de Guarda | 85 | 38 | Central Spain | Extremadura | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Marqués de Valdueza 2007 Gran Vino de Guarda Red (Extremadura) | Red Blend | Marqués de Valdueza |
57357 | 57356 | US | Hints of black coffee, dried lavender and herb add punch to the lean plum and cherry flavors of this medium-bodied Cabernet Franc blend. Brisk on the palate, with an herbaceous, green note that persists, it finishes firm, with a chalky coating of tannins. | Rob Roy Red | 85 | 40 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | McGregor 2007 Rob Roy Red Red (Finger Lakes) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | McGregor |
57358 | 57357 | France | Perfumed notes of honeysuckle and rose hit the nose immediately. The palate is similarly scented but also has juicy ripe peach fruit. The richness is countered by subtle orange peel zestiness. This is full of rounded aromatic florals and fruit. The finish is off dry. | | 90 | 17 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Robert Klingenfus 2016 Gewurztraminer (Alsace) | Gewürztraminer | Domaine Robert Klingenfus |
57359 | 57358 | Germany | Vibrant strikes of acidity and spicy mineral tones permeate through this brisk, feather-light spätlese. Zesty green-apple and plum flavors are cutting and spry on the palate, accentuated by delicate, lingering sweetness. Invigorating now, it should gain depth through 2025 and hold further. | Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese | 90 | 34 | Mosel | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Dr. Loosen 2015 Ürziger Würzgarten Spätlese Riesling (Mosel) | Riesling | Dr. Loosen |
57360 | 57359 | US | Classy and complex oak nuances give the aromas and flavors of this wine a suave, spicy personality. Grilled baguette and cedar notes merge nicely with its focused and concentrated berry and black cherry flavors. | Ghielmetti Vineyard | 90 | 30 | California | Livermore Valley | Central Coast | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Fenestra 2012 Ghielmetti Vineyard Malbec (Livermore Valley) | Malbec | Fenestra |