| 66991 | 66990 | Argentina | A big step up from previous failures, this vintage shows tropical fruit aromas and some sea breeze. The flavors are of pineapple and tangerine, and the acidity is nice. On the finish, the fruit holds and the feel is right. Drink soon to capture the wine's perky freshness. | | 85 | 10 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Carlos Basso 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendoza) | Sauvignon Blanc | Carlos Basso |
| 66992 | 66991 | US | Slightly sweet and crisp, this blend of five varieties, mainly Sauvignon Blanc, has juicy flavors of apricots, grapefruits, oranges and spices. Nice with fruit, sushi, chicken enchiladas. | The Climber | 85 | 14 | California | California | California Other | | | Clif Family 2008 The Climber White (California) | White Blend | Clif Family |
| 66993 | 66992 | US | A bit sharp and jammy, like it's fresh from the fermenter. In fact, almost with a nouveau quality. But the blackberry, mulberry and peppery chocolate flavors are savory. | | 85 | 13 | California | North Coast | North Coast | | | Pure 2007 Zinfandel (North Coast) | Zinfandel | Pure |
| 66994 | 66993 | US | A little unsmooth in tannins and minty-green, but a pretty tasty mouthful of Pinot. It's dry and silky, with cherry, red currant, cola and licorice flavors. Drink now. | | 85 | 24 | California | Monterey | Central Coast | | | San Simeon 2007 Pinot Noir (Monterey) | Pinot Noir | San Simeon |
| 66995 | 66994 | US | Light and oxidative, with soft, toasty buttery flavors. The fruit is hidden behind all the buttered popcorn flavors. It's drinking well enough at the moment, but aging very quickly. | | 85 | 24 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Holmes Harbor Cellars 2006 Chardonnay (Yakima Valley) | Chardonnay | Holmes Harbor Cellars |
| 66996 | 66995 | Argentina | A gamy, slightly stemmy and rubbery style of Bonarda that reflects the variety, Mendoza's terroir and the vineyard. Which doesn't mean that it's great; far from it, the wine is good but stemmy, with green-ish notes and reedy accents infiltrating the red-fruit flavors that control the palate. Solid and structured, but still it leaves something to be desired. | Estela Armando Vineyard | 85 | 17 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | La Posta 2006 Estela Armando Vineyard Bonarda (Mendoza) | Bonarda | La Posta |
| 66997 | 66996 | Argentina | Sort of sweet and gaseous to start, with rubbery, medicinal aromas. The palate is tight and closed, with warm, crusty dark-fruit flavors, an herbal influence and heat. Thus the finish is a little fiery and peppery, and there's chop and bite to the overall feel. A kitchen-sink blend of Malbec, Bonarda and Syrah. | Cocina Blend | 85 | 15 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | La Posta 2007 Cocina Blend Red (Mendoza) | Red Blend | La Posta |
| 66998 | 66997 | US | Chandler Reach vineyards supplied the fruit. This is tart, opening with sharp berry flavors and lots of citrus, then settling into a moderately long finish that brings in a mix of strawberry, raspberry and cherry fruit. It's simple but ready to go. | | 85 | 30 | Washington | Yakima Valley | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Northwest Totem Cellars 2005 Merlot (Yakima Valley) | Merlot | Northwest Totem Cellars |
| 66999 | 66998 | Argentina | Pretty good and solid for an uncommon blend, but the Chardonnay and Pinot Grigio thrown together results in nice buttercup aromas along with some apple pie and pear. The palate runs sweet but maintains its freshness, and the flavors of apple, pear, melon and powdered sugar come together. A novelty wine that shows the right signs. | Reserva Chardonnay-Pinot Gris | 85 | 15 | Mendoza Province | Tupungato | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Domaine Jean Bousquet 2007 Reserva Chardonnay-Pinot Gris White (Tupungato) | White Blend | Domaine Jean Bousquet |
| 67000 | 66999 | France | This wine shows black currant fruit, with just the right balancing acidity. Talbot is progressing well in its quest to bring out its fine terroir. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Saint-Julien | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Talbot 2010 Saint-Julien | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Talbot |
| 67001 | 67000 | Portugal | A firm and very structured wine, this is for long-term aging. At this young stage, the fruit seems extracted, but this will pass as the weight of the dense damson skin and tannic character shines through. Complex and finally ripe. | Vintage | 93 | 80 | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Duorum 2009 Vintage (Port) | Port | Duorum |
| 67002 | 67001 | Italy | One of the most important expressions of Merlot from southern Italy, Pàtrimo is a soft and decadent wine, boasting an excellent quality of ripe fruit that's backed by pretty tones of crushed stone, lead pencil and Indian spice. The mouthfeel is rich, generous and long lasting. | Pàtrimo | 93 | 105 | Southern Italy | Campania | | | | Feudi di San Gregorio 2009 Pàtrimo Merlot (Campania) | Merlot | Feudi di San Gregorio |
| 67003 | 67002 | US | This is the first vintage for this wine, made by Syncline's James Mantone. A delectable blend of 48% Mourvèdre, 28% Grenache and 24% Syrah, aged in 100% neutral oak barrels, this is a sappy, concentrated, mouth-pleasing blast of plum, cherry and spice. As it rolls across the palate, the distinct impression is of chocolate-covered cherries. | Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard | 93 | 50 | Washington | Red Mountain | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Force Majeure 2009 Collaboration Series VI Ciel du Cheval Vineyard Red (Red Mountain) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Force Majeure |
| 67004 | 67003 | Germany | Ebullient floral and honey notes bolster the intense, ripe, fleshy mango and peach flavors in this powerful Riesling. Full bodied and remarkably dry in style, with a richly textured, almost feathered mouthfeel. It finishes exceptionally long, with a bristle of lemon-lime acidity. | Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs | 93 | 68 | Rheingau | | | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Johannishof 2010 Rüdesheim Berg Rottland Erstes Gewächs Riesling (Rheingau) | Riesling | Johannishof |
| 67005 | 67004 | US | Flavors of cherry compote, Dr. Pepper, vanilla, exotic spice and sandalwood are brightened by acidity, making this easy to mistake for a Pinot Noir. This is rich, vital and complex, so pair it with fare like roast duck or lamb. Greg La Follette has taken the lead in California in exploring the Meunier possibilities, with brilliant results. Drink now–2017. | Van der Kamp Vineyard | 93 | 37 | California | Sonoma Mountain | Sonoma | | | La Follette 2011 Van der Kamp Vineyard Pinot Meunier (Sonoma Mountain) | Pinot Meunier | La Follette |
| 67006 | 67005 | France | There are strong mint and herb aromas on this round, sweet-tasting wine. Its fresh texture is infused with a pleasing black-currant flavor. The tannins indicate that it's also an age-worthy, complex wine. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Saint-Émilion | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | La Mondotte 2008 Saint-Émilion | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | La Mondotte |
| 67007 | 67006 | Portugal | Floral, ripe and fragrant, this is a stand-out from a new entrant on the vintage Port scene. The forward blackberry flavor is full of sweet tannins. At the same time, the structure, with its core of dense dryness, does promise good aging. This is concentrated and full of potential. | Quinta do Mourão São Leonardo Vintage | 93 | | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Mário Braga 2009 Quinta do Mourão São Leonardo Vintage (Port) | Port | Mário Braga |
| 67008 | 67007 | US | A strong whiff of new French oak hits the nostrils when this is first opened, but with some airing it develops into an excellent, deeply concentrated Chardonnay. Apple, pear, melon and papaya flavors are all in play, with enough natural acidity to keep the wine lively and fresh. The finish has ample toast, and rolls along through a smooth and satisfying conclusion. | Stillwater Creek Vineyard | 93 | 22 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Novelty Hill 2010 Stillwater Creek Vineyard Chardonnay (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Chardonnay | Novelty Hill |
| 67009 | 67008 | US | This refined, gorgeous and integrated Cabernet features ripe raspberry and cassis flavors, with a subtle swirl of cinnamon and a wall of supple tannins. This wine will age another 5–7 years. Pair it with a steak. | Smith Ranch | 93 | 65 | California | Livermore Valley | Central Coast | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Steven Kent 2009 Smith Ranch Cabernet Sauvignon (Livermore Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Steven Kent |
| 67010 | 67009 | Australia | The 2007 St. Henri remains broodingly dark in both color and flavor profile. Blackberry and plum notes are accented by roasted meat, leather and mocha in this full-bodied, densely packed wine. The tannins are a bit chewy right now, but the finish is long and reveals promising glimmers of fruit that portend well for aging. Drink 2018–2025 and beyond. | St. Henri | 93 | 65 | South Australia | South Australia | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Penfolds 2007 St. Henri Shiraz (South Australia) | Shiraz | Penfolds |
| 67011 | 67010 | Italy | Il Sigillo, which translates to “the seal,” opens with huge intensity and balance, which sets this expression of Aglianico apart from the rest. It delivers sweet, ripe tannins and a larger-than-life mouthfeel that promises a long future ahead. The nose shows a black fruit layer, backed by spice, leather, rum cake and tobacco notes. Keep for 10 years or more. | Il Sigillo | 93 | 55 | Southern Italy | Aglianico del Vulture | | | | Cantine del Notaio 2007 Il Sigillo (Aglianico del Vulture) | Aglianico | Cantine del Notaio |
| 67012 | 67011 | France | This is a powerful, dry wine, with firm tannins that are balanced by a ripe plum note and freshened by the fruity acidity. It feels dark and dense, and it is likely to age well over 8–10 years. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Pomerol | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château la Croix du Casse 2009 Pomerol | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château la Croix du Casse |
| 67013 | 67012 | France | Although this wine has tannins, it's the fruit that shines, with its delicious black-currant flavor and acidity. It is more fine and elegant than it is powerful, a pleasant surprise from Saint-Estèphe in this vintage For medium-term aging. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Saint-Estèphe | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château les Ormes de Pez 2010 Saint-Estèphe | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château les Ormes de Pez |
| 67014 | 67013 | France | This chateau is under the same ownership as Saint-Julien's Château Talbot. The wine is firm, fruity, rich and concentrated, showing all the best qualities of 2010. There is a complex array of black fruits which are sustained by the firm, solid tannins. Age for at least 6–7 years. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Haut-Médoc | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Sénéjac 2010 Haut-Médoc | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Sénéjac |
| 67015 | 67014 | France | This wine is still very closed. That said, its promise is in the rich, weighty texture. It shows a ripe feel, with orange and lemon freshness. On the finish, the acidity is dominant. | | 93 | | Bordeaux | Sauternes | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Sigalas Rabaud 2009 Sauternes | Bordeaux-style White Blend | Château Sigalas Rabaud |
| 67016 | 67015 | France | Powerful tannins give this wine its dense, concentrated character. It is dark and dense, very dry at this stage and needing at least 10 years to round itself out. However, the presence of fruit promises a good future. | | 93 | 98 | Bordeaux | Pomerol | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Vray Croix de Gay 2009 Pomerol | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Vray Croix de Gay |
| 67017 | 67016 | Portugal | With firm, smoky tannins and a dark bitter-cherry flavor, this is a dense wine. It is fully ripe and rich, with a firm kick at the back. Tough and age worthy, it expresses the schist soil of the region. | Quinta do Castelo Melhor Vintage | 93 | 75 | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Duorum 2010 Quinta do Castelo Melhor Vintage (Port) | Port | Duorum |
| 67018 | 67017 | US | Grown in Calistoga, this is textbook Petite Sirah: It's black as a moonless night, bone dry, intensely tannic and enormously packed in fruit. Those tannins really lock the wine down in astringency, but they can't hide the massive burst of blackberry, cassis liqueur, mocha, crispy bacon and black pepper. Nowhere near ready to drink, it's a wine to be cellared for 5–6 years, at the very least. It should glide through the decades effortlessly, gradually losing tannins and growing more clean and pure. | Miljenko's Vineyard Estate Grown | 93 | 55 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Grgich Hills 2008 Miljenko's Vineyard Estate Grown Petite Sirah (Napa Valley) | Petite Sirah | Grgich Hills |
| 67019 | 67018 | Portugal | Fine and ripe, this is a sweet—while also complex—wine from Graham's flagship estate. Its tannins lead easily to ripe flavors of black plum and berry juice, resulting in a wine that is firm, full bodied, fruity and generous. It needs to age. | Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage | 93 | 58 | Port | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | W. & J. Graham's 2010 Quinta dos Malvedos Vintage (Port) | Port | W. & J. Graham's |
| 67020 | 67019 | Australia | The Menzies is Yalumba's top Coonawarra Cabernet, and its quality has improved tremendously over recent vintages. The 2008 is pure and ripe, with great black-cherry and cassis flavors, framed by an elegant vanilla-oak note. It's full bodied and plushly textured without being unstructured, and it should drink well over the next 15 years. | The Menzies | 93 | 50 | South Australia | Coonawarra | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Yalumba 2008 The Menzies Cabernet Sauvignon (Coonawarra) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Yalumba |