| 25351 | 25350 | Italy | This Brunello offers bright aromas with lively cherry, cola, humus, dark spice and pipe tobacco, as well as savory tones of beef bresaola and even a touch of white peppercorn. Impressive complexity. Elegant and streamlined on the close. | | 94 | 64 | Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino | | | | Fornacina 2007 Brunello di Montalcino | Sangiovese Grosso | Fornacina |
| 25352 | 25351 | Australia | Duval used to make Grange, so it is no surprise that his current luxury Shiraz is so successful. The 2008 Eligo oozes with oaky sweetness—vanilla, maple syrup and brown sugar notes—but balances that with potent cassis fruit and somehow ends on dry, savory notes of tobacco and spice. Drink now-2018, although it could surprise and go longer. | Eligo | 94 | 100 | South Australia | Barossa | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | John Duval Wines 2008 Eligo Shiraz (Barossa) | Shiraz | John Duval Wines |
| 25353 | 25352 | Italy | Dark fruit aromas of cherry, blackberry and exotic spice comprise the bouquet. There's inky density, contrasted against delicate aromas of lead pencil, cola and cured meat. The wine is plush, rich and extracted, with dusty, firm tannins. | Assunto Riserva | 94 | 85 | Tuscany | Brunello di Montalcino | | | | Bellaria 2006 Assunto Riserva (Brunello di Montalcino) | Sangiovese Grosso | Bellaria |
| 25354 | 25353 | France | At this stage, the wine is all dark structure and very firm. It will need time to develop its full potential as an intensely rich wine. Concentrated and firm, it is powered by tannins as well as sweet red fruits. So age for five years at least. | Petite Chapelle Premier Cru | 94 | 85 | Burgundy | Gevrey-Chambertin | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Louis Jadot 2009 Petite Chapelle Premier Cru (Gevrey-Chambertin) | Pinot Noir | Louis Jadot |
| 25355 | 25354 | US | Marked by bright acidity and jammy raspberry, cherry and cola flavors, this Pinot is nicely silky, but a bit one-dimensional. It has a long, spicy finish. Drink over the next 2–3 years. | | 87 | 45 | California | Carneros | Napa-Sonoma | | | Trinitas 2010 Pinot Noir (Carneros) | Pinot Noir | Trinitas |
| 25356 | 25355 | Italy | There's a sweet note of bright cherry or blueberry that opens the nose of this food-friendly Vino Nobile. Medium structure and bright acidity makes this a great choice to pair with lasagna or cheesy pasta. | | 87 | 22 | Tuscany | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | | | | Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano 2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano | Prugnolo Gentile | Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano |
| 25357 | 25356 | US | The honeyed richness of this Chardonnay is balanced by crisp acidity and a hint of minerals. It's ripe and forward in orange, apricot and tropical fruits, and the texture is creamy smooth. Easy to drink now. | Ivywood | 87 | 35 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | VML 2011 Ivywood Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | VML |
| 25358 | 25357 | Italy | This is a soft and delicate sparkler with aromas of white flower, jasmine, talc powder and soft peach or nectarine. Creamy bubbles make for a round, delicate mouthfeel. | 46 Parallelo Extra Dry | 87 | 30 | Veneto | Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore | | | | Il Colle NV 46 Parallelo Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore) | Glera | Il Colle |
| 25359 | 25358 | Portugal | A rich, fruity wine that's ready to drink now, especially with a barbecue. There are swathes of red fruits, light tannins and attractive juicy acidity. Drink this year. | Loios Tinto | 87 | 10 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | J. Portugal Ramos 2012 Loios Tinto Red (Alentejano) | Portuguese Red | J. Portugal Ramos |
| 25360 | 25359 | US | Intensely concentrated red cherry aromas are accented with a delicate leafiness in this rich, robust Cab Franc. It's a powerful, juicy, boldly textured wine with a bit of heat on the finish, but stays fresh on the palate thanks to a vibrant spray of acidity. | | 87 | 24 | New York | North Fork of Long Island | Long Island | Anna Lee C. Iijima | | Jamesport 2007 Cabernet Franc (North Fork of Long Island) | Cabernet Franc | Jamesport |
| 25361 | 25360 | US | This brisk Pinot offers a rich array of raspberries and cherries, with oak influences. It's bright in acidity, with a dry finish, and the alcohol is relatively low. It tastes a little rude and rustic now, but could develop some bottle complexity over the next 5–6 years. | Peters Vineyard Winemaker's Reserve | 87 | 48 | California | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma | | | Kokomo 2011 Peters Vineyard Winemaker's Reserve Pinot Noir (Sonoma Coast) | Pinot Noir | Kokomo |
| 25362 | 25361 | Spain | Compared to Montecastro's higher-end 2009s, this smells stalky and leathery, with herbal shadings accenting familiar black-fruit aromas. The palate feels grabby, while the flavors suggest charred leather, stalky berry and clove. The lasting impression is of a gamy, slightly hot wine that's good but has its weaknesses. | Alconte Crianza | 87 | 32 | Northern Spain | Ribera del Duero | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Montecastro 2009 Alconte Crianza (Ribera del Duero) | Tempranillo | Montecastro |
| 25363 | 25362 | Portugal | A very firm wine, this shows fine tannins alongside a cool black-currant fruit character. It's solid but young, with pepper, fresh fruit and a bright aftertaste. | | 87 | 13 | Tejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Moura Basto 2012 Red (Tejo) | Portuguese Red | Moura Basto |
| 25364 | 25363 | US | This is a big, ripe, extracted wine, softly tannic in the Paso Robles style. It's a little hot in alcohol, but delicious, with waves of blackberry jam, black licorice and spice flavors. | | 87 | 32 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | | | Opolo 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Opolo |
| 25365 | 25364 | Argentina | Big plum and berry aromas announce that this has fuel in the tank. It's well balanced in a normal way, with baked plum, red berry and toasty flavors. This is packed with a lot of raw flavor and power. From Rio Negro in Patagonia. | Río Negro | 87 | 15 | Other | Patagonia | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Denario 2011 Río Negro Malbec (Patagonia) | Malbec | Denario |
| 25366 | 25365 | US | The texture could be smoother on this Chardonnay, as it's all sharp knees and elbows. But it shows proper ripeness, with orange, green apple and tropical fruit flavors, as well as plenty of sweet vanilla, cream and buttered toast. | | 87 | 25 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Fritz 2010 Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Fritz |
| 25367 | 25366 | Portugal | This wine is somewhat green, with upfront tannins. It does have more weight than previous vintages, along with some black plum fruits, but there is still a touch of green that won't disappear. | Tinto | 87 | 20 | Península de Setúbal | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Herdade da Comporta 2009 Tinto Red (Península de Setúbal) | Portuguese Red | Herdade da Comporta |
| 25368 | 25367 | US | There's tremendous blackberry, currant and chocolate flavor in this Cabernet, along with a solid coating of sweet oak. It's a delicious wine, if a bit direct and one dimensional. Ready now. | | 87 | 48 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | | | Hoyt Family Vineyards 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Paso Robles) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Hoyt Family Vineyards |
| 25369 | 25368 | US | The velvety mouthfeel provides much of the draw on this Rhône-inspired blend that offers notes of celery salt, orange peel, smoked meat and barnyard. Like many European wines, it doesn't come off as entirely clean, but here it only adds to its appeal. | Estate Grown | 87 | 25 | Idaho | | | Sean P. Sullivan | @wawinereport | 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards 2009 Estate Grown Syrah-Mourvèdre | Syrah-Mourvèdre | 3 Horse Ranch Vineyards |
| 25370 | 25369 | US | They grow powerful grapes in parts of Amador County and this one stands out for its elevated alcohol. The mix of 70% Zinfandel and smaller helpings of Mourvèdre, Barbera, Syrah and Touriga combine for a spicy cola taste. Leathery notes and big tannins linger long on the finish. | Bunkhouse | 87 | 18 | California | Amador County | Sierra Foothills | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Amador Cellars 2009 Bunkhouse Red (Amador County) | Red Blend | Amador Cellars |
| 25371 | 25370 | US | Still tannic and acidic after all these years, this dry Grenache offers a ripe heart of cherries and cherry liqueur. Earns a point or two for elegance. Drink now. | Delta | 87 | 35 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | | | Ampelos 2008 Delta Grenache (Sta. Rita Hills) | Grenache | Ampelos |
| 25372 | 25371 | US | A nice Chardonnay, clean and crisp, with modulated flavors of peaches, lemon meringue pie and buttered toast. Easy to drink this well-made wine. | | 87 | 32 | California | Napa Valley | Napa | | | Black Stallion 2010 Chardonnay (Napa Valley) | Chardonnay | Black Stallion |
| 25373 | 25372 | Italy | Francesco Galliano is a creamy and opulent Chardonnay-based sparkler that opens with a deep golden color, yeasty notes followed by butter and toasted almond. The wine shows loads of ripe and sticky fruit that almost bring it over the top. | Francesco Galliano Blanc de Blancs | 87 | 29 | Piedmont | Piedmont | | | | Borgo Maragliano 2010 Francesco Galliano Blanc de Blancs Chardonnay (Piedmont) | Chardonnay | Borgo Maragliano |
| 25374 | 25373 | Italy | Simple celebrations with family and friends sometimes call out for a bright sparkling wine that delivers the goods, but is in no way too complex or over the top. This is just such a wine with crisp lines and steady features of lemon and sweet grapefruit. | Extra Dry | 87 | 20 | Veneto | Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore | | | | Bortolotti NV Extra Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore) | Glera | Bortolotti |
| 25375 | 25374 | Italy | This is an elegant Sangiovese from central Italy that follows simple lines with bright tones of cherry, dried blueberry and a touch of dried ginger that gives the bouquet an aromatic life. In the mouth, the wine is fresh and compact with polished texture. | Bagnolo | 87 | 25 | Central Italy | Sangiovese di Romagna | | | | Villa Bagnolo 2009 Bagnolo (Sangiovese di Romagna) | Sangiovese | Villa Bagnolo |
| 25376 | 25375 | Italy | This is a smooth and generous dry Prosecco Superiore with subtle tones of honey, dried flower, peach, green apple and tangerine. Those pretty aromas are backed by creamy foam and soft bubbles. | Cuvée Oris Dry | 87 | 19 | Veneto | Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore | | | | Villa Sandi NV Cuvée Oris Dry (Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore) | Glera | Villa Sandi |
| 25377 | 25376 | Mexico | This blend of Tempranillo and Grenache is gritty up front, with strong black-fruit aromas and lemony oak notes. A palate with minty, dark flavors of licorice, plum, cherry and even citrus is attractive and shows acidic balance. For a big wine with grip, it's more meaty than mean. | Xikbal Tempranillo- Grenache | 87 | 33 | Valle de Guadalupe | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Vinicola Urbana 2011 Xikbal Tempranillo- Grenache Red (Valle de Guadalupe) | Red Blend | Vinicola Urbana |
| 25378 | 25377 | Portugal | This is a full-bodied, solid wine, dominated at this early stage in its development by tannins as well as black currant fruits. The wine is potentially warm, perfumed with truffles and spice. Age for a couple of years. | Ciconia | 87 | 10 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Herdade de São Miguel 2010 Ciconia Touriga Nacional (Alentejano) | Touriga Nacional | Herdade de São Miguel |
| 25379 | 25378 | Italy | This deep and dark Chianti riserva opens with slightly oxidized aromas of candied fruit and raspberry roll-up. Cola, dark spice and bresaola round off the finish. | Riserva | 87 | 23 | Tuscany | Chianti | | | | Pietro Beconcini 2009 Riserva (Chianti) | Sangiovese | Pietro Beconcini |
| 25380 | 25379 | France | This is a complex, pale salmon-pink wine, delicious and worth aging. It has the hallmark light touch of Belle Epoque, all fresh and light as well as fruity. A more serious texture brings out tight minerality, some toastiness and delicate acidity. Drink now, but better from 2016. | Belle Epoque Brut Rosé | 94 | 300 | Champagne | Champagne | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Perrier Jouët 2006 Belle Epoque Brut Rosé (Champagne) | Champagne Blend | Perrier Jouët |