| 25291 | 25290 | US | Barbera topping 16% abv is a bit surprising, but despite this, the wine does not deliver much fruit power. It's chalky, hot and tannic, with the alcohol overpowering the simple red fruit. | Elerding Vineyard | 86 | 32 | Washington | Washington | Washington Other | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Barking Frog 2010 Elerding Vineyard Barbera (Washington) | Barbera | Barking Frog |
| 25292 | 25291 | US | Blackberries and cola are the flavors of this smooth, rather sweet Cabernet. It has brisk acidity, as befits a Central Coast red wine, and makes for polished drinking now. | Estate Whitestone Vineyard | 86 | 50 | California | Central Coast | Central Coast | | | Clos La Chance 2010 Estate Whitestone Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (Central Coast) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Clos La Chance |
| 25293 | 25292 | France | A typical blend from Gascogne, the wine has both acidity and fresh, young fruitiness. Herbaceous and citrus-laced with gooseberries, the wine is bright and light without losing any of its intensity. Drink now and over the next year. Screwcap. | | 86 | 13 | Southwest France | Côtes de Gascogne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Guillaman 2012 Colombard-Ugni Blanc (Côtes de Gascogne) | Colombard-Ugni Blanc | Domaine Guillaman |
| 25294 | 25293 | France | This is a rather big, bulky Vacqueyras, but one that doesn't seem to have the flesh to completely carry its size. The modest cherry flavors blend with dark, earthy notes into a tangle of leather and dried fruit. If it fleshes out in another year or two, this rating may prove conservative. Drink now–2018. | Domaine de Montbayon | 86 | 25 | Rhône Valley | Vacqueyras | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Louis Bernard 2010 Domaine de Montbayon Red (Vacqueyras) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Louis Bernard |
| 25295 | 25294 | US | Pretty scents of raspberry, baked strawberry, rose potpourri and exotic spice carry onto the lithe, open-knit palate. The dried herb and licorice flavors that extend onto the finish lend this Cabernet Franc a savory bent. | Josie's Knoll | 86 | 20 | Virginia | Monticello | | | | Lovingston 2011 Josie's Knoll Cabernet Franc (Monticello) | Cabernet Franc | Lovingston |
| 25296 | 25295 | US | Though no residual sugar is listed, this appears to have a hint of sweetness, along with light fruit flavors of strawberry and candied cherries. | Rosé de | 86 | 18 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Goose Ridge 2012 Rosé de Pinot Gris (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Pinot Gris | Goose Ridge |
| 25297 | 25296 | Chile | Dark, crusty aromas of spice cherry, mint and black olive lead to a lively, zesty palate with strong acidity and oaky, minty berry flavors mixed with notes of carob and black pepper. Olive, herbs and blackberry flavors work the finish, which brings kick and mild heat. | La Joya Gran Reserva | 86 | 15 | Colchagua Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Viña Bisquertt 2011 La Joya Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon (Colchagua Valley) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Viña Bisquertt |
| 25298 | 25297 | Italy | Boasting both firm structure and smooth texture, this creamy white wine from the northeast of Italy can be paired with a long list of Mediterranean foods. Aromas include peach, white pear and almond blossom. | | 87 | 34 | Northeastern Italy | Collio | | | | Villa Russiz 2006 Pinot Bianco (Collio) | Pinot Bianco | Villa Russiz |
| 25299 | 25298 | Italy | Villa Russiz offers an elegant and delicately balanced Sauvignon that puts equal emphasis on bouquet and mouthfeel. You'll get aromas of passion fruit, cut grass, tomato leaf and the density and crispness necessary for keeping the palate refreshed. | | 87 | 34 | Northeastern Italy | Collio | | | | Villa Russiz 2006 Sauvignon (Collio) | Sauvignon | Villa Russiz |
| 25300 | 25299 | Italy | This vintage has shaped a bold and powerful expression of Friulano with deeply etched aromas of stone fruit and apricot and thick density in the mouth. This is an extremely food-friendly wine that would work well with elaborate dishes that include cheese or cream. | | 87 | 34 | Northeastern Italy | Collio | | | | Villa Russiz 2006 Tocai Friulano (Collio) | Tocai Friulano | Villa Russiz |
| 25301 | 25300 | Italy | Here's a fresh and easygoing Friulano that counts consistency, persistency and texture as its strongest features. The wine is thick with glycerin and heft and although it offers straightforward aromas of honey and peach on the nose, its mouthfeel is actually very elegant. | | 87 | 34 | Northeastern Italy | Collio | | | | Villa Russiz 2007 Friulano (Collio) | Friulano | Villa Russiz |
| 25302 | 25301 | Chile | This new brand from Santa Carolina is improving with each passing vintage. Nimbus SB is true to its Casablanca roots; it shows oily, green aromas, a spot of bell pepper and then prickly lemon-lime flavors. It's a good one for sushi and other seafoods, while the mouthfeel is racy and clean. | Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard | 87 | 12 | Casablanca Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Viña Casablanca 2008 Nimbus Estate Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Casablanca Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | Viña Casablanca |
| 25303 | 25302 | US | Vineyard sources for this 100% varietal Syrah were mostly Yakima Valley growers; the cooperage was all French (22% new) and the alcohol levels were in proportion with the overall balance. It's a good wine, though not up to the standard of the exceptional Trust 2005 Syrah. Here you'll find light flavors of berry and tomato, fresh herbs and a little green edge to the tannins. | | 87 | 28 | Washington | Columbia Valley (WA) | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Trust 2006 Syrah (Columbia Valley (WA)) | Syrah | Trust |
| 25304 | 25303 | Italy | A successful blend of Nero d'Avola and Shiraz, this velvety wine sees 12 months of oak aging for intense spice-driven aromas. Cedar, vanilla and toasted walnut come into play and the wine has a raw, succulent character in the mouth. | TDG 651 | 87 | | Sicily & Sardinia | Sicilia | | | | Calatrasi 2004 TDG 651 Red (Sicilia) | Red Blend | Calatrasi |
| 25305 | 25304 | Italy | This “super Puglian” blend of Montepulciano, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot delivers simple but polished aromas of red cherry, blueberry, spice and toast. It has a solid, chewy finish and offers lush berry flavors on the palate. | Varius | 87 | 18 | Southern Italy | Salento | | | | Cantele 2006 Varius Red (Salento) | Red Blend | Cantele |
| 25306 | 25305 | France | This is certainly a rich wine, the yellow peach flavors ripe and concentrated. But there is also a hard core where the botrytis dominates and makes for a tight character. It is missing charm. | | 87 | | Bordeaux | Sauternes | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château d'Arche 2006 Sauternes | Bordeaux-style White Blend | Château d'Arche |
| 25307 | 25306 | France | The fresh, soft fruit is already drinkable and the tannins are light, as is the texture of the wine. The red berry flavors are attractively integrated, leaving simple freshness. | | 87 | | Bordeaux | Margaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Chateau Desmirail 2006 Margaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Chateau Desmirail |
| 25308 | 25307 | France | This austere wine broods on its black fruits and comes up with a dry character. The structure is the main element, tied into minerality, black plum skins, only showing freshness and juicy fruits on the vivid finish. | | 87 | | Bordeaux | Margaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château la Gurgue 2006 Margaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château la Gurgue |
| 25309 | 25308 | France | A structured wine that gives pleasure from its ripe blackberry fruits as well as from its firm, food-friendly, spicy tannins. It has vibrant, vivid acidity that lifts the dense structure and gives an elegant feel to the close. | | 87 | 20 | Bordeaux | Médoc | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Lacombe Noaillac 2006 Médoc | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Lacombe Noaillac |
| 25310 | 25309 | France | Strong aromas of new wood are confirmed by the palate, where wood flavors dominate. This is a structured wine, showing fruit acidity under the wood and sufficient weight of red berry fruits to come through in another six months. | | 87 | 19 | Bordeaux | Médoc | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Leboscq 2006 Médoc | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Leboscq |
| 25311 | 25310 | Italy | American wine lovers should definitely make an effort to seek and taste Pinot Bianco, a white wine from northern Italy. The variety has excellent structure and softness for easy food pairing and offers measured tones of peach and melon that won't interfere with delicate seafood dishes. | Weisshaus | 87 | 19 | Northeastern Italy | Alto Adige | | | | Colterenzio 2007 Weisshaus Pinot Bianco (Alto Adige) | Pinot Bianco | Colterenzio |
| 25312 | 25311 | US | Pacific Rim is a Riesling specialist, but makes a limited amount of Chenin Blanc; clearly a labor of love. Rare attention is given to this sadly degraded tasting room grape; here it has a chance to express more of its thrilling complexity. Bone dry and loaded with lemon, grapefruit and melon fruit, this adds floral hints and sweet hay in the nose, while balancing its young, leesy flavors with bright acids. | | 87 | 11 | Washington | Washington | Washington Other | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Pacific Rim 2007 Chenin Blanc (Washington) | Chenin Blanc | Pacific Rim |
| 25313 | 25312 | South Africa | The nose on this Sauvignon ranges from tropical fruit to green grass, and on the palate, a classy balance of acid and fruit, with a minerally backbone and a dry, crisp finish. Drink now and enjoy with fresh seafood. | | 87 | 13 | Western Cape | | | Susan Kostrzewa | @suskostrzewa | Porcupine Ridge 2008 Sauvignon Blanc (Western Cape) | Sauvignon Blanc | Porcupine Ridge |
| 25314 | 25313 | US | Shows fine Siduri character, a silky, dry wine with pleasant Pinot Noir flavors of cherries, currants, mocha and cola. Doesn't have the weight or density of the winery's single-vineyard wines, but the price is right. | | 87 | 20 | California | Sonoma County | Sonoma | | | Siduri 2007 Pinot Noir (Sonoma County) | Pinot Noir | Siduri |
| 25315 | 25314 | US | Here's a nice Merlot for drinking now. It's full-bodied and tannic, showing cherry and red currant flavors grounded with dried herbs. Gains a point for balance and elegance. | | 87 | 19 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | | | Souverain 2006 Merlot (Alexander Valley) | Merlot | Souverain |
| 25316 | 25315 | New Zealand | Are fans of this 1970s rock group really big Sauvignon Blanc drinkers? Regardless of the answer to that question, the wine in the bottle is pretty good, offering smoky, slightly fumé-like notes, green hay and citrus aromas, grassy, grapefruity flavors and a moderately long, easy-to-like finish. Drink now; like the group, its best days may be behind it. | Waihopai Ridge Clayfork Vineyard | 87 | 22 | Marlborough | | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Steely Dan 2007 Waihopai Ridge Clayfork Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough) | Sauvignon Blanc | Steely Dan |
| 25317 | 25316 | Italy | This white wine from Basilicata delivers sweet fruit aromas of passion fruit, green melon, papaya and peach. But there are also drying mineral tones that give it a clean and polished feel. | Re Manfredi | 87 | 22 | Southern Italy | Basilicata | | | | Terre degli Svevi 2007 Re Manfredi White (Basilicata) | White Blend | Terre degli Svevi |
| 25318 | 25317 | Austria | This lightly sweet wine offers apples and cream and ripe apricot flavors. It is rich, but not obvious, the acidity and freshness just as important as the sweet fruit. It is clean, with a soft, ripe aftertaste. | Guttenberg | 87 | 18 | Burgenland | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Höpler 2006 Guttenberg Grüner Veltliner (Burgenland) | Grüner Veltliner | Höpler |
| 25319 | 25318 | Austria | Soft, sweet, with the flavors of currants and dried sultanas, this is a relatively delicate wine, not intensely rich. It has an edge of botrytis along with a noticeable mineral character, giving a fresh acidity to finish. | Beerenauslese | 87 | 29 | Burgenland | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Höpler NV Beerenauslese White (Burgenland) | White Blend | Höpler |
| 25320 | 25319 | US | This Rhône blend is based on Syrah. It's a typically soft, lush and slightly sweet Paso Robles red wine, with easy flavors of red currants, raspberries, cherries, chocolate, beef jerky and pepper. | Hell's Kitchen | 87 | 48 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | | | Jada Vineyard & Winery 2006 Hell's Kitchen Red (Paso Robles) | Rhône-style Red Blend | Jada Vineyard & Winery |