| 11761 | 11760 | US | This Chardonnay has brisk, crisp acidity and flavors of pineapple, orange and mango. There are dominating notes of buttered toast and sweet butterscotch. | Appellation Series | 84 | 30 | California | Santa Lucia Highlands | Central Coast | | | Cru 2011 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands) | Chardonnay | Cru |
| 11762 | 11761 | US | Give this Merlot some time to breathe before serving. Right out of the bottle, it's tough, gritty and tannic. It will never be a mellow wine, but it does have nice black-cherry and licorice flavors. | | 84 | 25 | California | Paicines | Central Coast | | | Donati 2010 Merlot (Paicines) | Merlot | Donati |
| 11763 | 11762 | US | Made from Syrah, Petite Sirah and Grenache, this robust, tannic blend has sweet-tasting jam and cola flavors, plus a note of peppery spice. It's a little hot due to the high alcohol, and it has a touch of green vegetable on the midpalate. Drink up. | The Big Easy | 84 | 35 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | | | Fess Parker 2010 The Big Easy Red (Santa Barbara County) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Fess Parker |
| 11764 | 11763 | US | This wine has the weight and silkiness of a Pinot Noir, but it has Merlot's cherry, currant and anise flavors. | Lot 6 | 84 | 10 | California | California | California Other | | | Grayson 2011 Lot 6 Merlot (California) | Merlot | Grayson |
| 11765 | 11764 | Greece | This red is a hunting lodge in a glass, with aromas of leather, game, cigar and cedar on the nose, followed by flavors of blueberry, cigar box and vanilla on the palate. Pair this with earthy fare, such as steak, grilled duck or dried sausage. | Aamackhnoc | 84 | 25 | Naoussa | | | Susan Kostrzewa | @suskostrzewa | Vaeni 2006 Aamackhnoc Xinomavro (Naoussa) | Xinomavro | Vaeni |
| 11766 | 11765 | US | Strong flavors of raspberry, cherry and oak dominate, with a hint of mushroom in the background. It will appeal to those who like a light, lean style of Pinot Noir. It's ready to drink now. | Reserve | 84 | 36 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | | | Peacock Cellars 2011 Reserve Pinot Noir (Central Coast) | Pinot Noir | Peacock Cellars |
| 11767 | 11766 | US | Seemingly sweet and simple, this has flavors of candied orange, peach and tropical fruit. A brisk hit of acidity provides much-needed balance. | | 84 | 16 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Picket Fence 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Picket Fence |
| 11768 | 11767 | US | This Cabernet gets the job done with its blackberry, cherry and oak flavors. It's nice and dry, and it will wash down a hamburger. | | 84 | 14 | California | California | California Other | | | R8 2011 Red (California) | Red Blend | R8 |
| 11769 | 11768 | Italy | A 40-30-30 blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah, this shows a touch of cola-like fizz that tickles the tongue. Its aromas include cherry, blueberry and a touch of natural rubber. | The Drunken Goose | 84 | 11 | Tuscany | Toscana | | | | L'Oca Ciuca 2009 The Drunken Goose Red (Toscana) | Red Blend | L'Oca Ciuca |
| 11770 | 11769 | US | Made in the Mazzocco style of high alcohol and superripeness, this Zinfandel, which contains a splash of Petite Sirah, tastes like Port. The flavors of raisins and currants dominate, and it bears glycerine sweetness and jalapeño-like heat. | Seaton | 84 | 32 | California | Dry Creek Valley | Sonoma | | | Mazzocco 2010 Seaton Zinfandel (Dry Creek Valley) | Zinfandel | Mazzocco |
| 11771 | 11770 | US | Soft and simple, this bears cola, cherry pie, red currant and pepper flavors that finish sweet-tasting. This is a fine choice to drink with pizza and Mexican food. | | 84 | 32 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | | | Peacock Cellars 2010 Barbera (Paso Robles) | Barbera | Peacock Cellars |
| 11772 | 11771 | US | Overripe and Port-like, this has chocolate, raisin and blackberry jam flavors. It's rich, and it has a prickly heat that comes from the high alcohol. | Artefact | 84 | 75 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Relic 2009 Artefact Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Relic |
| 11773 | 11772 | US | This is dry, tannic and sharp in acidity. It has a significant core of black cherry fruit, but it seems overripe, as it develops a prune flavor. Drink now. | The Palindrome | 84 | 30 | California | California | California Other | | | Rock Wall 2010 The Palindrome Tannat (California) | Tannat | Rock Wall |
| 11774 | 11773 | Greece | Sweet and tart notes—think maraschino cherry and citrus—start this opulent sip. Sweet-tasting cherry and strawberry flavors follow. Not overly complex, but a fun summer wine. | Zoë | 84 | 12 | Peloponnese | | | Susan Kostrzewa | @suskostrzewa | Skouras 2011 Zoë Rosé (Peloponnese) | Rosé | Skouras |
| 11775 | 11774 | US | Although new oak accounts for only 10% of the barrels used, the oak influence dominates. Flavors of buttered toast, butterscotch and vanilla ride over the note of pineapple-orange jam. The best thing about the wine is its brisk, clean acidity. | Vineyard Montage | 84 | 23 | California | Monterey County | Central Coast | | | Cru 2011 Vineyard Montage Chardonnay (Monterey County) | Chardonnay | Cru |
| 11776 | 11775 | US | This has flavors of oranges, Meyer lemons and tropical fruits, and there's a good burst of acidity that lends balance. The finish tastes a bit sweet. Pair this selection with Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai, Indian or Ethiopian dishes. | | 84 | 10 | California | California | California Other | | | Insomnia 2011 White (California) | White Blend | Insomnia |
| 11777 | 11776 | Italy | There's some volatility to the strawberry and raspberry notes, followed by cherry and white almond accents. The palate feels thin, and the wine presents simple, clean lines. | Pettirosso | 84 | 22 | Tuscany | Toscana | | | | Fonterenza 2011 Pettirosso Sangiovese (Toscana) | Sangiovese | Fonterenza |
| 11778 | 11777 | Israel | Light and accessible now, this single-vineyard Pinot offers delicate notes of red currant and strawberry hull on the nose and in the mouth. Soft, with low tannins and an easygoing structure. | Yiron Vineyard | 84 | 19 | Upper Galilee | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Galil Mountain 2010 Yiron Vineyard Pinot Noir (Upper Galilee) | Pinot Noir | Galil Mountain |
| 11779 | 11778 | Portugal | There is a curious petrol aroma to this wine. Even so, the red berry flavor is attractive and fresh, and the acidity is lean. | Colheita Seleccionada | 84 | 15 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Herdade dos Templários 2010 Colheita Seleccionada Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Herdade dos Templários |
| 11780 | 11779 | US | High alcohol makes this Grenache seem hot and sweet in glycerine. It tastes candied, with cherry pie and red licorice flavors. | Estate Vineyard | 84 | 25 | California | Sonoma Valley | Sonoma | | | Wellington 2009 Estate Vineyard Grenache (Sonoma Valley) | Grenache | Wellington |
| 11781 | 11780 | US | This light-bodied Pinot has some good raspberry and cherry pie flavors, as well as bright acidity. Decant to let it breathe, and drink now. | | 84 | 24 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | | | Peacock Cellars 2011 Pinot Noir (Central Coast) | Pinot Noir | Peacock Cellars |
| 11782 | 11781 | US | Albariño is very sensitive to the slightest usage of oak. Although this wine has only a touch of neutral oak, the wood still sticks out. The barrel influence gives it a buttered toast and caramel heaviness. Try this as an alternative to Chardonnay. | Jesperson Ranch | 84 | 27 | California | Edna Valley | Central Coast | | | Peloton 2011 Jesperson Ranch Albariño (Edna Valley) | Albariño | Peloton |
| 11783 | 11782 | New Zealand | From one of the region's pioneering producers, this is an entry-level bottling that manages to provide a glimpse into the Martinborough style. It favors leafy, savory elements over overt fruitiness, offering hints of sun-baked brick, bracken and cracked pepper that are layered over modest cherry fruit. Although silky in texture, it lacks length. Drink now. | Russian Jack | 84 | 24 | Martinborough | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Martinborough Vineyard 2011 Russian Jack Pinot Noir (Martinborough) | Pinot Noir | Martinborough Vineyard |
| 11784 | 11783 | US | Sharp and minty, this wine has some underripe notes, yet the flavor of peppery black cherry tastes jammy. The alcohol is high and somewhat unbalanced, which gives the wine a heavy mouthfeel. | Inocencio | 84 | 44 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | | | Toretti's 2010 Inocencio Pinot Noir (Santa Barbara County) | Pinot Noir | Toretti's |
| 11785 | 11784 | Greece | Flavors of rose petal, cherry and a touch of spice characterize this rosé. A backbone of lively spice carries the sweet-tasting cherry flavors on the palate. Pair this with fruit salads or creamy cheeses. | Driopi Agiorgitiko | 84 | 15 | Peloponnese | | | Susan Kostrzewa | @suskostrzewa | Tselepos 2011 Driopi Agiorgitiko Rosé (Peloponnese) | Rosé | Tselepos |
| 11786 | 11785 | US | This fresh, spicy Merlot is easy to drink, and it deals jammy berry, cola and fruit punch flavors. It's a great wine to serve at parties. | | 84 | 21 | California | California | California Other | | | Bota Box 2011 Merlot (California) | Merlot | Bota Box |
| 11787 | 11786 | Italy | Blue flowers, dark berry and allspice aromas unfold in the glass. The palate offers black currant, black cherry, peppercorn and espresso alongside drying, angular tannins. | | 87 | 18 | Tuscany | Cortona | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Il Fitto 2013 Sangiovese (Cortona) | Sangiovese | Il Fitto |
| 11788 | 11787 | US | This offers strong oak and smoke aromas, plus ripe black cherry, chocolate and plum flavors. Full body and firm tannins make it assertive. Not a cocktail wine, this needs to pair with some heavy meat. | 815 | 87 | 18 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Joel Gott 2012 815 Cabernet Sauvignon (California) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Joel Gott |
| 11789 | 11788 | Chile | Cherry, violet and herbal aromas introduce a tangy, angular palate with sharp acidity. Quick-hitting, fresh flavors of pie cherry, red currant and raspberry finish grabby, with scouring acidity. Drink through 2020. | Lucero | 87 | 20 | Casablanca Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Kingston Family 2013 Lucero Syrah (Casablanca Valley) | Syrah | Kingston Family |
| 11790 | 11789 | US | This bottling utilizes fruit from the winery's original 1975 plantings. Aromas of jasmine, flowers and lime lead to off dry, lightly spritzy stone-fruit flavors that linger. | Estate Bottled | 87 | 15 | Washington | Red Mountain | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Kiona 2014 Estate Bottled Riesling (Red Mountain) | Riesling | Kiona |