| 58021 | 58020 | Italy | You'll find wild red berry, coconut, leather, dark spice and balsamic notes on the nose of this wine. They infuse the palate, accenting its espresso-like flavor. It's full-bodied, with a backbone of close-grained tannins that give the finish grip. Drink 2019–2027. | | 90 | 54 | Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Podere San Giacomo 2012 Brunello di Montalcino | Sangiovese | Podere San Giacomo |
| 58022 | 58021 | Spain | A potpourri of floral red-fruit, dried herb and wet cement aromas lead to a racy fresh palate that's mildly complex. Oaky red-berry flavors come with a note of chocolate, while this tastes lightly herbal on a lasting well-formed finish. Drink this Carignan-Garnacha through 2021. | Brunus | 90 | 31 | Catalonia | Montsant | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Portal del Montsant 2014 Brunus Red (Montsant) | Cariñena-Garnacha | Portal del Montsant |
| 58023 | 58022 | France | The nose is shy and does not give much away. On the palate, beautifully pure red currant and tart red-cherry notes come through. The slender body is pervaded by freshness and has lovely overtones of conifer and oak leaf. It is later on that the fine but firm structure comes to bear. This is light but has depth and the potential to develop. | Signature | 90 | 25 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | René Muré 2015 Signature Pinot Noir (Alsace) | Pinot Noir | René Muré |
| 58024 | 58023 | US | The squat Port-like bottle is the first indication that this is no ordinary Sauvignon Blanc. The juice was intentionally oxidized, then barrel fermented and aged on the lees. It's complex winemaking, and delivers a toasty textural wine with less snap and more softness that is usual with this grape. If you like the pricier barrel-fermented Sancerres, this is in your wheelhouse. | Russell-Grooters Vineyard | 90 | 42 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Rocky Point 2014 Russell-Grooters Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc | Sauvignon Blanc | Rocky Point |
| 58025 | 58024 | Italy | Earthy aromas suggesting grilled porcini, leather, tilled soil and balsam lead the nose. The dense, chewy palate offers mature black cherry, raspberry, licorice and dried sage flavors, set against a tannic backdrop that needs time to soften. A tobacco note signals the close. Drink 2022–2032. | | 90 | 49 | Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | SassodiSole 2012 Brunello di Montalcino | Sangiovese | SassodiSole |
| 58026 | 58025 | Australia | This winery has made a nice Sauvignon Blanc as far back as I can remember. The 2016 is a linear, precise example, tightly focused and crisp on the finish. The ample pineapple and grapefruit aromas and flavors are zesty and refreshing. | | 90 | 22 | South Australia | Adelaide Hills | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Shaw and Smith 2016 Sauvignon Blanc (Adelaide Hills) | Sauvignon Blanc | Shaw and Smith |
| 58027 | 58026 | US | Integrated acidity and ripeness allow for a Good & Plenty licorice-like note, accenting the fresh apricot and white peach flavors in this lovely, easygoing sipper. | | 90 | 17 | California | Sonoma County | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Sivas-Sonoma 2015 Sauvignon Blanc (Sonoma County) | Sauvignon Blanc | Sivas-Sonoma |
| 58028 | 58027 | Italy | This opens with tobacco, dark spice, forest floor and leather aromas. The palate offers dried black cherry, licorice and clove flavors, set against tightly wound, taut tannins. It still needs a few years to come together. Drink 2019–2025. | | 90 | 35 | Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tenuta di Sesta 2012 Brunello di Montalcino | Sangiovese | Tenuta di Sesta |
| 58029 | 58028 | US | A limited-production wine made to commemorate the Supreme Court ruling on marriage equality, this full-bodied vineyard-designated wine is softly layered in bold, rich huckleberry pie and strawberry flavors. Juicy on the palate, the fruit is seasoned with clove, cola and a hint of earth. | Giusti Ranch Estate | 90 | 80 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | The Decision 2014 Giusti Ranch Estate Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | The Decision |
| 58030 | 58029 | France | A fresh nose suggests both green and yellow pears. The palate shines with the freshness of both fruits—crisp, sunny, light and very fruity. The finish is clean and very refreshing. | Vieilles Vignes | 90 | 32 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Jean-Baptiste Adam 2015 Vieilles Vignes Auxerrois (Alsace) | Auxerrois | Jean-Baptiste Adam |
| 58031 | 58030 | Australia | This medium-bodied shiraz is remarkably fresh and vibrant, deftly blending maple syrup and smoke with red berries, then easing into a firm, dusty finish. Drink now–2025. | The McRae Wood | 90 | 52 | South Australia | Clare Valley | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Jim Barry 2013 The McRae Wood Shiraz (Clare Valley) | Shiraz | Jim Barry |
| 58032 | 58031 | France | A touch of vanilla clings to the yellow pear on nose and palate. The palate adds the merest hint of butterscotch spice. The body is balanced and fresh, clean, generous and intriguing. | H Vieilles Vignes | 90 | 43 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Josmeyer 2015 H Vieilles Vignes Pinot Auxerrois (Alsace) | Pinot Auxerrois | Josmeyer |
| 58033 | 58032 | Italy | Coconut, baked plum and French oak aromas come together in the glass. The taut, medium-bodied palate offers red cherry fruit with hints of toast, espresso and star anise, framed by fine-grained tannins. Drink through 2020. | Vigneto Santa Pia Riserva | 90 | 40 | Tuscany | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | La Braccesca 2012 Vigneto Santa Pia Riserva (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano) | Sangiovese | La Braccesca |
| 58034 | 58033 | Italy | Licorice, grilled herb, mature black-skinned fruit and balsamic aromas take shape in the glass. The juicy palate doles out fleshy black cherry, crushed blackberry, orange zest and spice flavors, with a saline hint of cured meat. Chewy tannins provide lend structure. | Vigna Scianello | 90 | 36 | Tuscany | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | La Ciarliana 2010 Vigna Scianello (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano) | Sangiovese | La Ciarliana |
| 58035 | 58034 | Australia | Interestingly, I preferred this winery's entry-level Cabernet (Blacksmith) to this one. The 2014 Jackaman is so supple and easy to drink that it lacks a bit of the Cabernet austerity that makes the variety so attractive with red meats. Vanilla, dill and cassis notes finish softly dusty. This is very smooth and polished in texture, maybe too much so for me. | Jackaman's | 90 | 69 | South Australia | Barossa | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Langmeil 2014 Jackaman's Cabernet Sauvignon (Barossa) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Langmeil |
| 58036 | 58035 | Austria | A closed nose hints nonetheless at some concentration. The palate reveals yellow plum held tight by citrus freshness. This is whistle-clean and holds charming nuances of grapefruit and peach. Drink now or wait until 2016–2017; more fruit may come to the fore. | | 91 | 21 | Kremstal | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Malat 2014 Riesling (Kremstal) | Riesling | Malat |
| 58037 | 58036 | US | Dense in packed earth and forest floor, this well-integrated and silky wine bursts in black cherry, blueberry pie and cardamom. With a beautiful flower on the label, it conjures floral orange blossom from the bottle, speaking elegance to power. | Cloud 9 Vineyard | 91 | 30 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Paro 2012 Cloud 9 Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Paro |
| 58038 | 58037 | South Africa | This opens with initially assertive oaky tones of cocoa powder, vanilla sauce and sweet spice that marry seamlessly with raspberry jam and boysenberry fruit. The palate is velvety and plush, with decadent fruit flavors and earthy soil and spice notes that hang around through the long finish. Drink now–2020. | The Prospector | 91 | 26 | Stellenbosch | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Jardin 2009 The Prospector Syrah (Stellenbosch) | Syrah | Jardin |
| 58039 | 58038 | US | This blend of 42% Syrah, 31% Petite Sirah, 20% Zinfandel and 7% Grenache from the Templeton Gap area shows aromas of grape soda, pencil lead, sweet violets and effervescent cola, all fun yet elegantly restrained. Blueberry, black pepper and fresh purple fruit combine for a very lively wine, with strong acidity on the palate. | Laity | 91 | 42 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Guyomar 2011 Laity Red (Paso Robles) | Red Blend | Guyomar |
| 58040 | 58039 | South Africa | This is a young, fresh and very attractive Chardonnay, brimming with aromas and flavors of wood-grilled apple, honeydew, Honeycomb cereal, buttered popcorn and toasted oak. The palate is round and full, yet with ample acidity, citrus flavor and a mineral streak that all provides lift and character to the close. Drink 2016–2020. | Lesca | 91 | 24 | Robertson | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | De Wetshof 2013 Lesca Chardonnay (Robertson) | Chardonnay | De Wetshof |
| 58041 | 58040 | New Zealand | The 2012 vintage was a cool one in Marlborough and this wine does show hints of tomato-like herbs. But it also has ripe, supple tannins, crisp, bright fruit flavors of pomegranate and pie cherry, with a long, silky finish. While approachable now, it should drink well through at least 2022. | Single Vineyard Selection Waihopai | 91 | 90 | Marlborough | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Giesen 2012 Single Vineyard Selection Waihopai Pinot Noir (Marlborough) | Pinot Noir | Giesen |
| 58042 | 58041 | Italy | Aromas of espresso, mocha, spiced plum and vanilla lead the nose on this concentrated wine. The palate delivers dark cherry, coffee bean, toast and cooking spice alongside firm tannins. Drink 2016–2022. | Sergio Zingarelli Gran Selezione | 91 | 130 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Rocca delle Macìe 2010 Sergio Zingarelli Gran Selezione (Chianti Classico) | Red Blend | Rocca delle Macìe |
| 58043 | 58042 | US | Four years of aging on the lees gives this particularly late-release Merlot a delightfully tactile mouthfeel. It's silky to the touch, yet voluminous on the palate, filling the mouth with flavors of ripe red cherry and cranberry accented by bramble, earth and potpourri. Sprightly in acidity yet rich in body, it lingers with intensity and persistence. | Reserve | 91 | 30 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Shaw 2007 Reserve Merlot (Finger Lakes) | Merlot | Shaw |
| 58044 | 58043 | Austria | Ripe yellow pear and red-cheeked apples combine into a fresh and lively fruitiness. The edges are just seamed by a little peppery herbal spice while fresh citrus delivers refreshment. This delivers squeaky-clean lightness, fruit with a little peppery twist. | Göttweiger Berg | 91 | 24 | Kremstal | | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Stift Göttweig 2014 Göttweiger Berg Grüner Veltliner (Kremstal) | Grüner Veltliner | Stift Göttweig |
| 58045 | 58044 | US | A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc, this wine offers light aromas of cherry, coffee, raspberry, flowers, citrus and tobacco. It's tightly wound with abundant cherry flavors backed by dry tannins. Best after 2018, with a long life in front of it. | Proprietary | 91 | 50 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Swiftwater Cellars 2012 Proprietary Red (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Swiftwater Cellars |
| 58046 | 58045 | Italy | Aromas of ripe berry, underbrush and exotic spice waft from the glass. The structured palate offers juicy black cherry, vanilla, espresso and aniseed alongside hearty but fine-grained tannins. Drink through 2021. | Antica Chiusina | 91 | 55 | Tuscany | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Tenute del Cerro 2011 Antica Chiusina (Vino Nobile di Montepulciano) | Red Blend | Tenute del Cerro |
| 58047 | 58046 | US | This unfiltered wine is cloudy in the glass and rides the low alcohol, low ripeness movement, showing a tangy nose of green olive, tart cranberry and herbaceous peppercorns. The palate is all about spice and savory elements, with lots of acidity and not much ripeness at all. Drink 2019–2029 to test the early picking trend. | Lester Family Vineyard | 91 | 39 | California | Santa Cruz Mountains | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Waxwing 2013 Lester Family Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Cruz Mountains) | Pinot Noir | Waxwing |
| 58048 | 58047 | Argentina | This Malbec from the Vista Flores zone of the Uco Valley falls outside the box. An exotic bouquet comprised of blueberry, graham cracker, citrus peel and cardamom aromas stirs interest, while a jammy palate deals blueberry, baking spice, Middle Eastern spice and blackened flavors. This is extracted but juicy on the finish. Drink through 2018. | Appellation | 91 | 40 | Mendoza Province | Vista Flores | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Altos Las Hormigas 2012 Appellation Malbec (Vista Flores) | Malbec | Altos Las Hormigas |
| 58049 | 58048 | US | This distinctive offering is light in color, with aromas of rose petals, red raspberries and minerals. It's supple and elegant in feel, all about purity of expression as it dances lightly on the palate. | Fred Estate | 91 | 45 | Washington | Walla Walla Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | àMaurice 2012 Fred Estate Syrah (Walla Walla Valley (WA)) | Syrah | àMaurice |
| 58050 | 58049 | US | This variety is a consistent strength for this winery. A warm vintage wine, it offers aromatic notes of freshly cut flowers, peach, creamsicle, pear and tangerine. It's textured in feel with abundant stone fruit and vanilla flavors that lead to a tart, apricot filled finish that lingers. The barrel influences play a big part but it works. | Sparrow Estate Viognier | 91 | 35 | Washington | Walla Walla Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | àMaurice 2013 Sparrow Estate Viognier Viognier (Walla Walla Valley (WA)) | Viognier | àMaurice |