| 15211 | 15210 | France | This is a rich, concentrated wine, powered by both tannins and very ripe fruit. It is produced from vines planted in 1900 (MCM in Roman numerals), giving the dark color, density and power of old vines, layered with stylish black fruits and acidity. It's a fine expression of the complexity of pure Tannat with its layers of tannins and fruit. Drink from 2020. | Vitis MCM | 94 | 35 | Southwest France | Madiran | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Berthoumieu 2011 Vitis MCM Tannat (Madiran) | Tannat | Domaine Berthoumieu |
| 15212 | 15211 | US | The deep gold color of this relatively young wine suggests that oxidation is setting in. But wait! This wine explodes into full glory 24 hours after first being opened. It begins with intense aromas and flavors of dried apricots, apples and a hint of ginger, showing impressive length on the finish. It turns into a breathtaking, spätlese-style effort on the palate, with honey, Meyer lemon and ripe grapefruit flavors. | | 94 | 22 | Oregon | Willamette Valley | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Amity 2013 Riesling (Willamette Valley) | Riesling | Amity |
| 15213 | 15212 | Portugal | One of the iconic wines of Portugal, the brand dates back to the 15th century and the Portuguese discovery of Brazil. In its latest incarnation, it is hugely dense and concentrated. It could be that it is too much, with dark extracts, yet somehow the super-ripe plum and berry flavors are given enough freshness. The structure is all there in what is still a young wine. With power and a dense texture, the wine needs to age further. Drink from 2020. | Pêra-Manca | 94 | 275 | Alentejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Cartuxa 2011 Pêra-Manca Red (Alentejo) | Portuguese Red | Cartuxa |
| 15214 | 15213 | Italy | With some 30,000 cases produced, this well-distributed wine shows broad appeal with its bright cherry and blackberry aromas that are backed by touches of leather, tar, licorice and dried ginger. The wine is soft and supple on the finish, with a touch of chewy sweetness. | Black Label | 87 | 15 | Veneto | Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso | | | | Pasqua 2010 Black Label (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Pasqua |
| 15215 | 15214 | US | Drink this polished Cabernet now to appreciate its blackberry, currant, herb and cedar flavors. The tannins are astringent, but it shows elegance. It doesn't seem to be a wine for the cellar. | | 87 | 42 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | | | Cinnabar 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Cinnabar |
| 15216 | 15215 | US | On first sip, a ripe, flashy note of blackberry jam hits with force. Then the acidity kicks in, brightening and uplifting the sweet fruit. Drink it now with beef. | Reserve | 87 | 40 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | | | Clos La Chance 2009 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Clos La Chance |
| 15217 | 15216 | France | Minerally in character, this is nervy, and tight. With its flavors of green apple, lime and a hint of spice, this is crisp and food friendly, with a refreshing, bright finish. | | 87 | 22 | Burgundy | Bourgogne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Faiveley 2010 Bourgogne | Chardonnay | Domaine Faiveley |
| 15218 | 15217 | Italy | A great red meat wine because of its distinctive density, extraction and power, this is redolent of red fruit, prune and plum. It finishes with an array of zesty spice nuances that range from ginger to crushed clove. | Grotta del Ninfeo | 87 | 27 | Veneto | Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso | | | | Domenico Fraccaroli 2009 Grotta del Ninfeo (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Domenico Fraccaroli |
| 15220 | 15219 | US | Savory, rustic notes of dried mushroom and toasted nuts mingle with richly concentrated black-cherry and rose-petal flavors on this dry, medium-bodied Pinot Noir. Soft tannins and just a shade of toasted oak add richness and dimension to the palate. | | 87 | 16 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Fulkerson 2009 Pinot Noir (Finger Lakes) | Pinot Noir | Fulkerson |
| 15221 | 15220 | US | Made in the popular style, this features ripe orange, lemon, lime and guava flavors, highlighted by brisk acidity and made rich with a buttered toast note and creamy lees. It's an elegant, appealing Chardonnay for drinking now. | Estate Grown | 87 | 25 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Hanna 2011 Estate Grown Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Hanna |
| 15222 | 15221 | Spain | A subdued raspberry aroma are sets up the elegant palate, with perky red-plum and raspberry flavors. It finishes dry, clean and slightly complex. | Reserva Aged 5 Years | 87 | 11 | Central Spain | Valdepeñas | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Anciano 2005 Reserva Aged 5 Years Tempranillo (Valdepeñas) | Tempranillo | Anciano |
| 15223 | 15222 | Italy | A touch of berry sweetness is in the bouquet and on the palate, followed by crushed clove and cinnamon stick notes. You can taste the air-dried fruit due to the flavors of prune and currant. | Le Muraie | 87 | 19 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | | | | Recchia 2008 Le Muraie (Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Recchia |
| 15224 | 15223 | US | This is bone dry, complex and warm in alcohol. The flavors include blackberries, currants, black pepper and sandalwood, with a meaty, leathery note of beef jerky. Drink up. | Fran's Reserve | 87 | 45 | California | Rockpile | Sonoma | | | Rosenblum 2010 Fran's Reserve Syrah (Rockpile) | Syrah | Rosenblum |
| 15225 | 15224 | Italy | On the hot and alcoholic side, this powerful wine has the muscle to cut through cheeses, rich cream sauces or fatty stewed beef. The touch of crisp acidity, as well as the wine's ripe, berry-scented bouquet also make it an appropriate pairing partner to those foods. | | 87 | 35 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | | | | Rubinelli Vajol 2009 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Rubinelli Vajol |
| 15226 | 15225 | US | This shows a hint of green in its scents and tannins. Firm berry and cassis fruit anchors the palate, with tannins that remain a bit unyielding. Give this one a decanting, and it will soften up. A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, | Rock Island Red | 87 | 20 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Ryan Patrick 2009 Rock Island Red Red (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Ryan Patrick |
| 15227 | 15226 | Italy | Santa Sofia is a celebrated estate with its very own landmark villa that was designed by architect Andrea Palladio. That beautiful aesthetic is matched by its production of fine wines. This elegant wine has dark fruit aromas and spicy flavors. | | 87 | 24 | Veneto | Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso | | | | Santa Sofia 2009 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Santa Sofia |
| 15228 | 15227 | Italy | This is plump wine is redolent of ripe red fruit, blackberry, spice, cola and teriyaki. It will pair well with stewed beef, roasted pork with garlic and rosemary or lamb chops. | | 87 | 17 | Veneto | Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | | | | Scriani 2008 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Scriani |
| 15229 | 15228 | US | Shannon Ridge is quietly becoming the king of Lake County, offering wines of both quality and value and this is no exception. This blend is made of Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Mourvèdre. The kitchen-sink approach doesn't muddle the wine in any way; it remains a smooth, fruity, ripe quaff, with a kick of vanilla on the finish. | High Elevation Collection, Wrangler Red | 87 | 19 | California | Lake County | | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Shannon Ridge 2010 High Elevation Collection, Wrangler Red Red (Lake County) | Red Blend | Shannon Ridge |
| 15230 | 15229 | Italy | Pork marinated in teriyaki sauce or spicy tandoori chicken would pair nicely with this hearty offering. It has a generous accent of spicy clove, black pepper and cardamom that is followed by supple tannins. | Ca' de' Rocchi Monterè | 87 | | Veneto | Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso | | | | Tinazzi 2010 Ca' de' Rocchi Monterè (Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso) | Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara | Tinazzi |
| 15231 | 15230 | Italy | Refreshing and bright, this would pair with a range of Mediterranean foods, from tomato bruschetta to fried zucchini flowers. It offers a steady flow of citrus, pear and stone fruit flavors. | Le Volpare | 87 | 13 | Veneto | Soave Classico | | | | Tommasi 2011 Le Volpare (Soave Classico) | Garganega | Tommasi |
| 15232 | 15231 | US | Although dry, it seems semisweet, with a honeyed richness to the peach, citrus and vanilla flavors. As Rieslings go, it's soft, compared to German versions, but easy to drink for a weekend brunch. | Dry | 87 | 20 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | V. Sattui 2011 Dry Riesling (Napa Valley) | Riesling | V. Sattui |
| 15233 | 15232 | France | Fruity and tannic, this has a dry character that dominates the red fruit underneath. It's full bodied, with a nervy edge of acidity and a smoky flavor that comes from having been aged in wood. | Buissonnier | 87 | 22 | Burgundy | Mercurey | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Vignerons de Buxy 2010 Buissonnier (Mercurey) | Pinot Noir | Vignerons de Buxy |
| 15234 | 15233 | Spain | This small-production, barrel-fermented blend of white Tempranillo and Sauvignon Blanc smells neutral and fresh except for some barrel notes. It has a mix of spice, toast, citrus, almond and melon flavors. It spreads out on the finish, tasting spicy and cidery. | Peñalba López Vino Blanco | 87 | 22 | Northern Spain | Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Finca Torremilanos 2010 Peñalba López Vino Blanco White (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla y León) | White Blend | Finca Torremilanos |
| 15235 | 15234 | US | Glimmers of saline, nuts and smoke add dimension to the sweet apple and lemon flavors. Brisk with acidity, it has a bright, refreshing profile overall. Drink now. | | 87 | 16 | New York | Cayuga Lake | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Hosmer 2010 Pinot Gris (Cayuga Lake) | Pinot Gris | Hosmer |
| 15236 | 15235 | US | While the aromas of white strawberry, passion fruit preserves and citrus are soft spoken, they increase in intensity on the palate. Relatively low in alcohol, with sweetness and bright acidity, this should pair well with exotic, slightly spicy fare, like curried chicken with mango chutney. | Reserve Lot 907 | 86 | 15 | Ohio | Grand River Valley | | | | Debonné 2009 Reserve Lot 907 Riesling (Grand River Valley) | Riesling | Debonné |
| 15237 | 15236 | US | The striking aromas of cantaloupe, nectarine, flower-blossom honey and currant bud are slightly tainted with a sulfurous note of expired matchstick. Sprightly acids lend the rich palate a vivacious quality. The medium-long finish fades with a flavor of Orange Tang. | Winemakers' Select White | 86 | 16 | New Mexico | New Mexico | | | | La Chiripada 2010 Winemakers' Select White White (New Mexico) | White Blend | La Chiripada |
| 15238 | 15237 | Spain | Jumbled aromas of medicinal fruit, rubber and oak knit together with airing. The palate is clampy and angular but healthy, with a roasted black-fruit flavor that's accented by an herbal, medicinal note. This is big-boned, with a medicinal side. | | 86 | 16 | Levante | Bullas | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Lorca 2009 Monastrell (Bullas) | Monastrell | Lorca |
| 15239 | 15238 | US | While this is full bodied, with an unctuous quality, it has plenty of acidity to keep the palate feeling lively and defined. The notes of butterscotch, candied apple and citrus blossom are pleasing, leading to a brisk and slightly warm finish. | Estates | 86 | 21 | Missouri | Augusta | | | | Mount Pleasant Winery 2010 Estates Vignoles (Augusta) | Vignoles | Mount Pleasant Winery |
| 15240 | 15239 | Spain | Initially, this may smell a bit hot and leafy, but with time that quality settles. It feels narrow, tannic and condensed, with roasted flavors of red berry, spice and chocolate. The finish offers a mix of citrus, red berry and herb flavors. | Crianza | 86 | 13 | Northern Spain | Rioja | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Ramón Bilbao 2008 Crianza (Rioja) | Tempranillo | Ramón Bilbao |
| 15219 | 15218 | US | Shades of smoke, dried herbs and nut skins add savory tones to this dry Riesling. The palate builds intensity on the midpalate with layers of fresh apple, lime skin and underripe stone fruit, bolstered by sprightly tangerine-laced acidity. | Dry | 87 | 15 | New York | Finger Lakes | Finger Lakes | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Dr. Konstantin Frank 2011 Dry Riesling (Finger Lakes) | Riesling | Dr. Konstantin Frank |