| 17731 | 17730 | France | Firm and solid with great swathes of black fruits as well as dense tannins. Ripe fruits are a major element of this concentrated wine. The wine has power and a firm tannic core, and certainly needs aging for seven years. | | 94 | 132 | Burgundy | Corton Grèves | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine des Croix 2011 Corton Grèves | Pinot Noir | Domaine des Croix |
| 17732 | 17731 | France | Tight blackberry and blueberry flavors give this wine a stalky, fruity character at the start. It's still very young, very textured, mineral and chewy. Underneath there is a more juicy fruit with a touch of herbal acidity at the end. | Roncerets Premier Cru | 94 | | Burgundy | Volnay | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Roncerets Premier Cru (Volnay) | Pinot Noir | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol |
| 17733 | 17732 | Italy | The sunny 2007 vintage and the well exposed Bricco Pernice cru make a formidable team and drive the momentum and intensity of this beautiful Barolo. The wine is rich and penetrating with an ever-evolving bouquet of dark berry fruit, spice, licorice, bitter chocolate and rum cake. The wine shows firm but round tannins with loads of dark fruit on the close. | Bricco Pernice | 94 | 103 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Elvio Cogno 2007 Bricco Pernice (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Elvio Cogno |
| 17734 | 17733 | US | This is Jaffurs' reserve-style Syrah, the best barrels from various vineyards. It's softly tannic and incredibly complex, with waves of blackberry jam, cassis, chocolate, gingersnap cookie and pepper flavors that are rich and intense. Beautiful and compelling, the wine finishes dry. | Upslope | 94 | 75 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | | | Jaffurs 2010 Upslope Syrah (Santa Barbara County) | Syrah | Jaffurs |
| 17735 | 17734 | US | Enormously rich and complex, with blackberry and currant flavors accompanied by notes of green olives and new oak. The tannins are thick, but ripe. Way too young to drink now due to the closed-down astringency, the wine practically begs to be cellared. Give it 6–10 years. | Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard | 94 | 175 | California | Oakville | Napa | | | Janzen 2010 Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Oakville) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Janzen |
| 17736 | 17735 | France | Big and rich, this is a broad, open version of Corton-Charlemagne, a powerhouse of ripe white and yellow fruits. It seems initially without enough depth, a product of its youth, then gradually the ripe structure shows through, promising aging over 6–7 years. | | 94 | 305 | Burgundy | Corton-Charlemagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2011 Corton-Charlemagne | Chardonnay | Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter |
| 17737 | 17736 | US | This is a wonderful wine that has the dry complexity and tannic structure of a great Napa red, with rich layers of cherries, red currants, mocha and sweet smoky oak. Yet it's supple, with a deft drinkability. A brilliant interpretation of the variety, it's hard to keep from popping the cork now, but should age well for 8–10 years. | No. 17 | 94 | 150 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | JCB 2010 No. 17 Cabernet Franc (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Franc | JCB |
| 17738 | 17737 | Portugal | Mint aromas and flavors lead to an intense wine that is powered at this young stage by firm, serious tannins. It has great richness from the black plum fruits, and a spicy, herbal character that adds complexity. From consultant Luis Duarte, this is a wine for long-term aging; hold for 6–7 years or more. | Rubrica | 94 | 25 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Luis Duarte 2010 Rubrica Red (Alentejano) | Portuguese Red | Luis Duarte |
| 17739 | 17738 | US | Shows the gorgeousness of fruit this vineyard always delivers, as well as the seemingly impossible balancing act of feminine generosity and structural power. The result will be evident to anyone who loves Pinot Noir. This is a massive wine, ripe with red fruits and berries and mocha, but it's also worthy of aging. Give it at least six years. | Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block | 94 | 70 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Bliss Block Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Lynmar |
| 17740 | 17739 | US | An awesome wine that shows the power of the estate vineyard, yet with a deft, elegant touch. You can't help but be dazzled by the intense raspberry, cherry, red currant and cola flavors. Yet the acid-tannin balance is superb, lifting the wine into a thoroughly enjoyable complexity. Drink now, with decanting, and over the next eight years. | Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend | 94 | 70 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Lynmar 2011 Quail Hill Vineyard Lynn's Blend Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Lynmar |
| 17741 | 17740 | Portugal | The top wine from Sogrape's Dão flagship quinta, this is a selection of the best parcels. It's a powerful, serious wine, showing great regional characters of dark, mineral tannins and rich black fruits. There's a fine line of juicy acidity that cuts through the firm structure. Age this major wine for at least six years. | Quinta dos Carvalhais Unico | 94 | 68 | Dão | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Sogrape 2009 Quinta dos Carvalhais Unico Red (Dão) | Portuguese Red | Sogrape |
| 17742 | 17741 | US | This low-production Cab defines Stonestreet's mountain vineyard, high above the Alexander Valley. It's very tannic now, with the drying astringency that marks a young wine. Given the fruity concentration, it should have no trouble aging for 10–15 years. High elevation fruit yields an amazing combination of cassis, minerals, tannins and acidic freshness. Drink 2020 and beyond. | Christopher's | 94 | 100 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | | | Stonestreet 2010 Christopher's Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Stonestreet |
| 17743 | 17742 | US | The soft voluptuousness of this Cabernet Franc-based Bordeaux blend is its most evident feature. It has plenty of staunch tannins, but they're as finely woven as a silk tapestry, while the flavors are dazzling, suggesting black cherries, red currants and hints of dark chocolate and anise. Kudos to winemaker Aaron Pott for this remarkable blend from all around the valley. Drink now–2020. | Paramour | 94 | 125 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Blackbird Vineyards 2010 Paramour Red (Napa Valley) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Blackbird Vineyards |
| 17744 | 17743 | Portugal | From the mountainous far east of Portugal, the dense, granite feel of this wine is palpable and potent. It has weight, balanced by intense acidity, stalky black currant fruits and a core of dark, firm tannins. Age this concentrated wine for at least 3–4 years. | Quinta do Cardo Grande Escolha | 94 | 55 | Beira Interior | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Companhia das Quintas 2010 Quinta do Cardo Grande Escolha Red (Beira Interior) | Portuguese Red | Companhia das Quintas |
| 17745 | 17744 | France | A rich wine with great fruits as well as structure. It has the weight and great concentration of a grand cru selection. Plum fruits and acidity offer the potential for long aging. It's powerful, while also showing elegance. Age for 6–8 years. | La Vigne au Saint | 94 | 129 | Burgundy | Corton | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine des Croix 2011 La Vigne au Saint (Corton) | Pinot Noir | Domaine des Croix |
| 17746 | 17745 | France | This wine has great power and so much complexity, with layer upon layer of fruit and structure. Black fruits give way to a dry, firm end, promising considerable aging. | Cuvée Alexandrine | 94 | 95 | Burgundy | Gevrey-Chambertin | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Marc Roy 2011 Cuvée Alexandrine (Gevrey-Chambertin) | Pinot Noir | Domaine Marc Roy |
| 17747 | 17746 | France | This is a concentrated, dark and very closed wine. It has a tight, nervy character that allows you to feel the fruit and the texture that comes from the limestone soil. This impressive, ageworthy wine needs aging over six years and more. | Caillerets Premier Cru | 94 | | Burgundy | Volnay | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Caillerets Premier Cru (Volnay) | Pinot Noir | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol |
| 17748 | 17747 | France | This wine has a gamy character with spicy tannins. It is rich and succulent with black fruits, but has an earthy texture and is solid and powerful. It brings out both the terroir and the potential richness of a Volnay. For aging over seven years. | Santenots Premier Cru | 94 | 62 | Burgundy | Volnay | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol 2011 Santenots Premier Cru (Volnay) | Pinot Noir | Domaine Nicolas Rossignol |
| 17749 | 17748 | Italy | Elvio Cogno and his family take great care to render an individual identity to each of the various vineyard crus they farm. Vigna Elena displays a particularly elegant and fine expression of Nebbiolo with dark fruit and blackberry followed by bright licorice, tar and cola. The tannins are tight and firm and the mouthfeel is incredibly polished and long. Hold 10 to 15 more years. | Vigna Elena Riserva | 94 | 106 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Elvio Cogno 2006 Vigna Elena Riserva (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Elvio Cogno |
| 17750 | 17749 | US | This legendary bottling shows all the hallmarks of a young, vital Cabernet that needs plenty of time. It's classically balanced and rich in blackberries, currants and chocolate, with perhaps a bit more tannic structure than in the past, due to the cool vintage. Drink from 2018 and well beyond. | Bosché Vineyard | 94 | 100 | California | Rutherford | Napa | | | Freemark Abbey 2009 Bosché Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Rutherford) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Freemark Abbey |
| 17751 | 17750 | US | A first-rate Chardonnay, solidly exhibiting the house style of dry, elegant complexity. It's the most Chablisian of Hobbs' recent vintages, with brilliant acidity and minerality giving the tropical fruit and oak flavors a stony grounding. It would not be surprising if this wine ages well for six years or so. | | 94 | 47 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Paul Hobbs 2011 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Paul Hobbs |
| 17752 | 17751 | Italy | You'll love that extra fruity richness that this beautiful Barolo from the warm 2007 vintage proudly puts on display. Black fruit and plum is backed by licorice, cola, tar and a drying mineral sensation. The tannins are firm but polished and the wine promises a 10–20 year drinking window. | Leon Riserva | 94 | 96 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Rivetto 2007 Leon Riserva (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Rivetto |
| 17753 | 17752 | US | Rocca's most expensive wine is 100% Cabernet, although it doesn't say so on the label. It's very rich and flamboyant, offering waves of blackberries and cassis liqueur. 100% new French oak shows up, but it's in keeping with the wine's volume. With massive tannins and brilliant balance, there's no reason this shouldn't age for a long time. Start enjoying it after 2018. | Tesorina | 94 | 145 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Rocca 2009 Tesorina Red (Napa Valley) | Red Blend | Rocca |
| 17754 | 17753 | Argentina | With a bouquet packed with pure blackberry, boysenberry, chocolate, baking spice and minerally aromas, this immediately registers as excellent Malbec. The palate, like almost all Cobos heavyweight Malbecs, is smooth and layered. Flavors of meaty blackberry, exotic spices and chocolate yield to a polished, elegant finish that's earthy and delicious. Drink now through 2017; 275 cases produced. | Bramare Marchiori Vineyard | 94 | 90 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Viña Cobos 2010 Bramare Marchiori Vineyard Malbec (Mendoza) | Malbec | Viña Cobos |
| 17755 | 17754 | France | This is Yohan Lardy's top wine, produced from vines planted in 1903. Dark and dense although shot with acidity, the wine is firm and concentrated. It layers a floral character with minerality and black fruits. The wine needs to age further, so drink from 2018. | Vieilles Vignes de 1903 | 92 | 30 | Beaujolais | Moulin-à-Vent | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Yohan Lardy 2014 Vieilles Vignes de 1903 (Moulin-à-Vent) | Gamay | Yohan Lardy |
| 17756 | 17755 | Australia | Neither McLaren Vale nor Adelaide Hills are particularly known for their Rieslings, but this is a fine example. Scents of wet stone and flower-shop greens lead into off-dry flavors of lemon zest and green apples. The balance between sugar and acids, lithe body and long finish is finely judged. Drink now–2025. | The Dry Dam | 92 | 17 | South Australia | McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | D'Arenberg 2015 The Dry Dam Riesling (McLaren Vale-Adelaide Hills) | Riesling | D'Arenberg |
| 17757 | 17756 | US | Merlot (44%) takes the lead on this wine followed by Cabernet Franc (29%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (18%), with the balance of blend of Petit Verdot and Malbec. Alluring aromas of black plum, earth, flowers and green herb are followed by generous, palate-coating dark-fruit flavors. It brings a sense of texture that captivates. | Champoux Vineyard | 92 | 74 | Washington | Horse Heaven Hills | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Andrew Will 2013 Champoux Vineyard Red (Horse Heaven Hills) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Andrew Will |
| 17758 | 17757 | US | Coming from a warm vintage in a hot region, this wine brings light aromas of mineral and red and black fruit along with a barrel-spice top note. The black-cherry flavors are lush, full and palate coating, supported by firm tannins. It's high on the delicious scale. | | 92 | 40 | Washington | Red Mountain | Columbia Valley | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | Canvasback 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon (Red Mountain) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Canvasback |
| 17759 | 17758 | US | Black cherry and blueberry fruit show on the dense, dark nose of this bottling, alongside clove, allspice, nutmeg, purple flower, crushed rosebuds and dust. Black and red plums show on the sip, as does chipped asphalt, charcoal and coffee. It's a standout in terms of darkness for a Pinot Noir. | Monologue | 92 | 100 | California | Edna Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Chamisal Vineyards 2013 Monologue Pinot Noir (Edna Valley) | Pinot Noir | Chamisal Vineyards |
| 17760 | 17759 | France | The wine is developing quickly. It has all the elements, with ripe cherry flavors and acidity along some firm tannins. They are all coming together easily and generously. The attractive, ripe wine will be ready to drink from 2022. | | 92 | | Bordeaux | Margaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Desmirail 2014 Margaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Desmirail |