| 24751 | 24750 | US | Made in a Méthode Champenoise style from well-farmed vineyards, this Blanc de Blancs is sharp in acidity and biting flavors of green apple and lemon zest. Crisp and fresh, it's also complex and slightly brooding, weaving in waves of brioche and almond as it goes. | Sangiacomo Road Vineyard Blanc de Blancs | 93 | 44 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Foundry 2013 Sangiacomo Road Vineyard Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Sonoma Coast) | Sparkling Blend | Foundry |
| 24752 | 24751 | US | There are light and airy elements of nectarine flesh and lemon blossoms on the nose of this first Chardonnay ever made by veteran Doug Margerum, who also imparts warmer scents of toast and clarified butter. The palate is tightly coiled, simultaneously soft with stone fruit and sharp with chalky texturality. | | 93 | 48 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Barden 2014 Chardonnay (Sta. Rita Hills) | Chardonnay | Barden |
| 24753 | 24752 | France | Subdued, riper fruit has not yet come to the surface. Notions of Bramley apple are evoked on the nose; on the palate they show as the more rounded flavor of baked Bramley. Hovering above it all is grated lemon zest, pulling fruit, texture and freshness tautly together in a dry, fresh yet mellow finish. The more you taste, the more the still-underlying fruit yearns to rise to the surface. Best to give this some time so it can show its true, exciting colours. | Brandluft | 93 | 24 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Boeckel 2014 Brandluft Riesling (Alsace) | Riesling | Boeckel |
| 24754 | 24753 | US | Fresh raspberry and Bing cherry juice meet with wet black slate, rain on cement and toasted sagebrush scents on the nose of this block-selection expression. The palate opens with ripe red berry, then tightens on slightly sour cranberries, with singing acidity down the middle and a warmer anise tinge to the edges. | Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard | 93 | 58 | California | Santa Maria Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Foxen 2013 Block 43 Bien Nacido Vineyard Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley) | Pinot Noir | Foxen |
| 24755 | 24754 | US | Hearty aromas of baking spices, roasted fennel, ginger and light licorice give nuance to dried cherry, cranberry, beef bourguignon and sweet onion scents on this wine from the eastside of the Salinas Valley. The palate is all about exotic spice, from sandalwood and myrrh to oregano, thyme, marjoram and black cardamom, all hanging on a lush, dark-fruit core. | Brosseau Vineyard | 93 | 56 | California | Chalone | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Fulcrum 2013 Brosseau Vineyard Pinot Noir (Chalone) | Pinot Noir | Fulcrum |
| 24756 | 24755 | US | This floral wine opens as if in a damp but not wet forest, surrounded by ripe, red cherry trees. Likable from the start, it's grippy on the palate, expressively juicy, seductive and refined. Blackberry and dried herb pop on the finish, providing a darker side to the red fruit. | Hallberg Vineyard | 93 | 55 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Gary Farrell 2013 Hallberg Vineyard Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Gary Farrell |
| 24757 | 24756 | US | A rich, decadent and generous wine, 100% varietal, this is both floral and fruity, bright in cherry and raspberry alongside herbal cedar and vanilla. A medium weight surrounds softly integrated tannins, leading the way to an explosive, juicy finish. This is a classic example of the appellation's prowess in approachable power. | Yoeman Vineyard | 93 | 85 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Goldschmidt 2012 Yoeman Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Alexander Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Goldschmidt |
| 24758 | 24757 | Italy | Full-bodied and firmly structured, this offers aromas of dark cherry, mocha, blue flower and a whiff of exotic spice. The concentrated palate doles out black cherry, raspberry jam, raisin, chocolate and baking spice alongside velvety tannins. Drink 2017–2023. | | 93 | 85 | Veneto | Amarone della Valpolicella Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Allegrini 2011 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico | Red Blend | Allegrini |
| 24759 | 24758 | US | Concentrated hibiscus and rose petals are cut by an iron minerality and anise character on the nose of this wine that Greg Brewer and Steve Clifton make for a Japanese partner. It's rich on the palate but still just medium weight, showing graphite, Asian spices, black peppercorns and lots of textural energy and acidic verve on the palate. | Sono | 93 | 68 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Ch.igai Takaha 2013 Sono Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills) | Pinot Noir | Ch.igai Takaha |
| 24760 | 24759 | France | Subtle notes of orange meet freshly-cut pear flavors, amplified by some residual sugar. The richness of the palate is cut beautifully by a fresh and pure, citric acidity and a wrought phenolic structure which lends pleasant notes of subtle, enticing bitterness. There is something bittersweet about this that is touching and alluring. | Cuvée Ste. Cathérine | 93 | 53 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Weinbach 2014 Cuvée Ste. Cathérine Pinot Gris (Alsace) | Pinot Gris | Domaine Weinbach |
| 24761 | 24760 | France | Honeyed notes of pear promise oriental richness. The palate cuts this opulence, edged with Seville orange spice and a streak of zesty lime. This interplay between baroque and discipline continues, creating a scintillating experience. Enjoy the ride and marvel at all the spicy overtones. | Rotenberg | 93 | 60 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2013 Rotenberg Pinot Gris (Alsace) | Pinot Gris | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht |
| 24762 | 24761 | France | This serious wine is still developing even after five years. It is rich, dense and concentrated with firm tannins that lie under the ripe black fruits and acidity. From vineyards to the east of Aix-en-Provence, the wine has a mineral, structured character that needs to age. Drink from 2018. | | 93 | 32 | Provence | Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Vignelaure 2010 Red (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence) | Provence red blend | Château Vignelaure |
| 24763 | 24762 | US | This wine is sanguine and elegant despite its full-figured size. Dried cranberry and cassis play on the palate, streaked by an elusive hit of white pepper. Bright and dancing in minerality, it finishes velvety and smooth, just the right amount of toasted oak showing through. | Moose Valley Vineyard | 93 | 150 | California | St. Helena | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | D.R. Stephens 2012 Moose Valley Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (St. Helena) | Cabernet Sauvignon | D.R. Stephens |
| 24764 | 24763 | France | A beautifully perfumed wine, this offers a line of fine tannins and brilliant aromatic fruitiness. Cherries and strawberries show strongly against a backdrop of tannins and structure. The aftertaste, still with a hint of dryness, is round with great fragrant fruit. Drink from 2019. | Les Cras Premier Cru | 93 | | Burgundy | Chambolle-Musigny | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Méo-Camuzet 2013 Les Cras Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) | Pinot Noir | Domaine Méo-Camuzet |
| 24765 | 24764 | France | Orange peel perfumes the rich pear notes and imbues them with the aromatic spice of citrus foliage and zest. The palate is full of friendly citrus and pear. Despite its texture and rich flavor, it's beautifully slender and light-footed, with an inherent, zesty brightness that makes this wine shine. | Zellberg | 93 | 58 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Ostertag 2013 Zellberg Pinot Gris (Alsace) | Pinot Gris | Domaine Ostertag |
| 24766 | 24765 | France | The restrained and floral opening of jasmine and mandarin peel leads to a palate that holds just a touch of residual sugar, filling this gorgeously balanced Gewurztraminer to the brim with sweet citrus swirls of tangerine, satsuma and mandarin. Notes of orange blossom hover and are pulled into focus by the textured mouthfeel of this immensely elegant wine. | Calcaire | 93 | 55 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2013 Calcaire Gewurztraminer (Alsace) | Gewürztraminer | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht |
| 24767 | 24766 | France | Very ripe, red-cheeked Mirabelles and orange peel represent the aromatic top notes. With more air, mandarin juice becomes apparent, and the palate is wonderfully taut and concentrated. There is a haunting purity and a strong undertow of earth and stone that soars on the long finish. | Vieilles Vignes | 93 | 55 | Alsace | Alsace | | Anne Krebiehl MW | @AnneInVino | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht 2013 Vieilles Vignes Gewurztraminer (Alsace) | Gewürztraminer | Domaine Zind-Humbrecht |
| 24768 | 24767 | US | From a vineyard planted in 1924 in the northern reaches of the Napa Valley, Falleri is a tiny-production wine that's soft, supple and generously juicy and fruity. Boysenberry, blackberry and a trace of crisp red fruit combine around a core of earth, dotted by a floral bouquet. The finish is long and leathery. | Falleri Vineyard | 93 | 62 | California | Calistoga | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Robert Biale 2013 Falleri Vineyard Zinfandel (Calistoga) | Zinfandel | Robert Biale |
| 24769 | 24768 | US | Pungent earth opens this wine, the small-production label of Napa Valley geologist and worldwide soils expert Dr. Paul Skinner, who has named it appropriately to mark its literal roots. A strip of red berry and vanilla highlight the palate of this overall bright and balanced wine. | Four Soil Melange | 93 | 60 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Sequum 2012 Four Soil Melange Cabernet Sauvignon (Napa Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Sequum |
| 24770 | 24769 | US | Aged for a year in stainless-steel barrels, this wine is a combination of two vineyard blocks. The area planted to Old Wente 5 clone contributes zesty acidity and crisp apple; the V9 vineyard block is known for minerality. Acidity is balanced and the bouquet quite floral, with the palate devoted to brioche and golden honey. | Durell Vineyard Origin | 93 | 48 | California | Sonoma Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Three Sticks 2013 Durell Vineyard Origin Chardonnay (Sonoma Valley) | Chardonnay | Three Sticks |
| 24771 | 24770 | US | Earth, mud and wet clay are laid against a ripe black raspberry frame on this bottling from winemaker Larry Brooks. Plenty of life, zest and lift enliven the beautifully spiced palate, with bright red cherries, cranberries and purple flowers cut by a line of pencil-lead minerality and a savory fennel element. | Marley Anne | 93 | 65 | California | Edna Valley | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Tolosa 2012 Marley Anne Pinot Noir (Edna Valley) | Pinot Noir | Tolosa |
| 24772 | 24771 | US | From the producer's dry-farmed estate vineyard, this elegantly powerful wine opens in cracked black pepper, dried herb and cedar, continuing the peppery theme on the palate. Black cherry and high-toned blackberry combine with the more savory elements, with an overall softness of texture and lengthy finish. | | 93 | 38 | California | Rutherford | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Tres Sabores 2012 Zinfandel (Rutherford) | Zinfandel | Tres Sabores |
| 24773 | 24772 | US | Simply delicious, this Zin is well mannered and not too full bodied. Aromas of this dry and elegant wine are like cinnamon and cardamom, and flavors are a little smoky and full of cherries. The mouthfeel is good and gripping due to fine tannins and supportive acidity. | Made with Organically Grown Grapes | 93 | 33 | California | Sierra Foothills | Sierra Foothills | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Chacewater 2013 Made with Organically Grown Grapes Zinfandel (Sierra Foothills) | Zinfandel | Chacewater |
| 24774 | 24773 | US | Formidable acidity gives this lovely wine a freshness around complementary layers of rose petal and strawberry-pomegranate. Made from a blend of two Chardonnay clones, it adds additional notes of tangerine and lemon-lime on the lengthy, complex finish. | National Geographic Ocean Reserve Blanc de Blancs | 93 | 50 | California | Green Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Iron Horse 2010 National Geographic Ocean Reserve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling (Green Valley) | Sparkling Blend | Iron Horse |
| 24775 | 24774 | France | Big, firm and dense, this is a powerful wine, with dark tannins that give a dry, concentrated character. The juicy plum and damson fruit flavors, along with the fresh aftertaste, will be a delicious balance as the wine develops. Drink from 2020. | | 93 | 260 | Burgundy | Clos de Vougeot | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter 2013 Clos de Vougeot | Pinot Noir | Jean-Luc and Paul Aegerter |
| 24776 | 24775 | US | From a cool Forestville vineyard once devoted to apples, Appian Way is rich in Goldridge soils, providing a happy home to these grapes that offer a core of pomegranate and cranberry, laced in black tea. Light bodied without being wimpy, the wine is complex and velvety, finishing in nutmeg and ginger. | Appian Way Vineyards | 93 | 46 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Joseph Jewell 2012 Appian Way Vineyards Pinot Noir (Russian River Valley) | Pinot Noir | Joseph Jewell |
| 24777 | 24776 | US | Stemmy earth and dark, savory pine give in to sautéed mushroom and cinnamon in this lean, soft and delicious estate-grown wine. A tension of acidity buoys a backdrop of wild strawberry and cranberry on the palate, ending with just the right amount of weight and length, succulent to the end. | Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown | 93 | 55 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Joseph Phelps 2013 Freestone Vineyards Estate Grown Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast) | Pinot Noir | Joseph Phelps |
| 24778 | 24777 | France | Smoky aromas hint at a wine with a strong sense of structure and weight. It is concentrated, still full of tannins, dark tension and acidity. Rich strawberry fruits are just a hint at the moment, leaving a wine with power and longevity. Drink from 2019. | Les Baudes Premier Cru | 93 | | Burgundy | Chambolle-Musigny | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Henri de Villamont 2012 Les Baudes Premier Cru (Chambolle-Musigny) | Pinot Noir | Henri de Villamont |
| 24779 | 24778 | South Africa | A gorgeous wine that showcases the greatness Sémillon has to offer. Green apple, pear and stone fruit all abound on the nose, with interesting notes of yellow flowers and soft toast adding depth to the bouquet. Orange citrus and well-integrated oak notes flesh out in the mouth and linger. | | 90 | 29 | Franschhoek | | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Boekenhoutskloof 2008 Sémillon (Franschhoek) | Sémillon | Boekenhoutskloof |
| 24780 | 24779 | France | A full, rounded wine, very much a rosé for food. It is bone dry in character, although the berry fruitiness gives the wine an attractive open feel. With its firm texture, it could age a year. | | 90 | 14 | Provence | Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Beaulieu 2010 Rosé (Coteaux d'Aix-en-Provence) | Rosé | Château Beaulieu |