| 25501 | 25500 | Portugal | Gentle wood aging has given this single-vineyard wine its smooth texture. At three-years-old, it is ripe, balanced and rounded. The juicy red fruits are already delicious, juicy and full of bright flavors. It is ready to drink. | Quinta da Garrida | 88 | 12 | Dão | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal 2014 Quinta da Garrida Red (Dão) | Portuguese Red | Bacalhôa Wines of Portugal |
| 25502 | 25501 | US | Amber honey and peach jam aromas are in the forefront of this passito-style wine. Marmalade, praline and African honeybush tea fold into button mushroom notes in the background. These translate onto the palate effortlessly. The acidity feels sprightly and lifts this lucious wine. The finish is long and luxurious. | Passito | 88 | 32 | Virginia | Virginia | | Carrie Dykes | | Barboursville Vineyards 2013 Passito White (Virginia) | White Blend | Barboursville Vineyards |
| 25503 | 25502 | US | Typical of the variety, this shows upfront aromas of fresh green pepper, eucalyptus, black pepper and blackberry. These notes are amplified on the palate, with cedar and earthiness adding dimension. The tannins are not shy, but are well-integrated and the acidity is zippy and playful, which lends to a long, enticing finish. | Reserve | 88 | 25 | Virginia | Virginia | | Carrie Dykes | | Barboursville Vineyards 2014 Reserve Cabernet Franc (Virginia) | Cabernet Franc | Barboursville Vineyards |
| 25504 | 25503 | US | White blossoms and wet stone softly caress on the nose. The flavors are layered and compelling, starting on crisp green apple, honeydew melon and peach, folding into complexities of crushed stone, fennel and pollen. Well-balanced, fresh acidity and ample body lend to a long, evolving finish. | Reserve | 88 | 22 | Virginia | Virginia | | Carrie Dykes | | Barboursville Vineyards 2015 Reserve Viognier (Virginia) | Viognier | Barboursville Vineyards |
| 25505 | 25504 | US | Forest and pine give this wine an edgy, earthy and ethereal core that's dotted in notions of baked strawberry. Sizable oak and tannin structure add weight and power from a concentrated year. | Serendipity Block | 88 | 48 | California | Sonoma Mountain | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Belden Barns 2015 Serendipity Block Pinot Noir (Sonoma Mountain) | Pinot Noir | Belden Barns |
| 25506 | 25505 | US | Ample helpings of allspice, clove and orange peel add dimensions to the hearty cherry and hibiscus on the nose of this entry-level wine made by the Talley family. Rich red cherry, vanilla, cinnamon and clove show on the sip. While it's not very complex, it is quite tasty for a midweek sipper. | | 88 | 22 | California | San Luis Obispo County | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Bishop's Peak 2015 Pinot Noir (San Luis Obispo County) | Pinot Noir | Bishop's Peak |
| 25507 | 25506 | US | Strong spicy, meaty aromas and equally assertive oak and char flavors threaten to overwhelm the fruity aspects of this dry wine, but it has enough concentrated blackberry and blueberry stuffing to match the firm tannins. Best after 2020. | Eruption | 88 | 24 | California | High Valley | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Brassfield 2014 Eruption Red (High Valley) | Red Blend | Brassfield |
| 25508 | 25507 | Italy | Aromas suggesting Spanish broom and toasted nut lead the way while the ripe palate shows juicy yellow peach and chamomile. A note of bitter almond wraps up the finish. | | 88 | 21 | Central Italy | Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Bucci 2015 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore | Verdicchio | Bucci |
| 25509 | 25508 | Italy | Red berry and pastry dough aromas lead the nose on this zesty, refreshing sparkler. On the tangy palate, crisp acidity and a lively perlage back up candied cherry, crushed raspberry and a hint of citrus zest. | Metodo Classico Brut | 88 | 17 | Central Italy | Lambrusco di Modena | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Cantina della Volta 2011 Metodo Classico Brut (Lambrusco di Modena) | Lambrusco | Cantina della Volta |
| 25510 | 25509 | Brazil | Attractive aromas of gardenia, lemon-lime soda and lychee fruit set up a full foamy sugar-enriched palate with an acidic cut. Quick easy flavors of green melon and lychee are lasting on the finish. If you like sparking Moscato, this is your type of wine. | | 88 | 20 | Vale Trentino | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Casa Perini NV Moscatel (Vale Trentino) | Moscatel | Casa Perini |
| 25511 | 25510 | US | This wine has overlapping personalities. One drips richly in vanilla and honey, while the other is lemony tart and electric in acidity. They commingle on the finish, and will clearly decide whether to get along or part over time. Give the wine a good swirl. | Estate Bottled | 86 | 25 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Foppiano 2012 Estate Bottled Chardonnay (Russian River Valley) | Chardonnay | Foppiano |
| 25512 | 25511 | Australia | The lightest of the 2012 single-vineyard Pinot Noirs from Giant Steps, this is an almost delicate wine with silky tannins. Notes of smoke, earth and mushroom mark the nose, while hints of pine boughs impart a slightly medicinal edge to the cherry fruit. Drink now. | Gladysdale Vineyard | 86 | 42 | Victoria | Yarra Valley | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Giant Steps 2012 Gladysdale Vineyard Pinot Noir (Yarra Valley) | Pinot Noir | Giant Steps |
| 25513 | 25512 | US | Herbaceous in flavor and firm in texture, it brings a freshness and tang with plenty of acidity to perk up fish, shellfish or chicken like a squeeze of fresh lemon. | | 86 | 15 | California | Mendocino County | | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Graziano 2013 Sauvignon Blanc (Mendocino County) | Sauvignon Blanc | Graziano |
| 25514 | 25513 | Croatia | Hailing from Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo, this Croatian white has aromas of lemon preserves and caramelized pineapple. There are flavors of dried apricot and vanilla on the entry, with a burst of green apple in the midpalate. | Marko Polo | 86 | 25 | Korčula | | | Jeff Jenssen | @worldwineguys | Pošip Čara 2011 Marko Polo Posip (Korčula) | Posip | Pošip Čara |
| 25515 | 25514 | US | A scent of Mexican chocolate carries on to the medium-full palate, which bares polished tannins and bright acids that give lift to the finish. | Riserva | 86 | 29 | North Carolina | Swan Creek | | | | Raffaldini 2011 Riserva Montepulciano (Swan Creek) | Montepulciano | Raffaldini |
| 25516 | 25515 | US | Juicy and supple on the palate, this has bold flavors of blackberry, pepper and currant. It's a casual wine that would do a grilled burger plenty of justice. | R | 86 | 18 | America | | | | | Ryker's Cellars 2012 R Petite Sirah (America) | Petite Sirah | Ryker's Cellars |
| 25517 | 25516 | US | Medium in body, this has pretty lemon-blossom and white peach flavors that are boosted by fresh acids, and that linger on the open-textured finish. | | 86 | 25 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | Tarara 2012 Chardonnay (Virginia) | Chardonnay | Tarara |
| 25518 | 25517 | Argentina | Varietally correct aromas of white flowers, lychee and tropical fruits feed into a plump, creamy palate that's losing some of the steam it probably had when it was bottled. Melon, banana and lychee flavors finish on the heavy, creamy side. Drink immediately. | Reserva | 86 | 16 | Other | Salta | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Terrazas de Los Andes 2013 Reserva Torrontés (Salta) | Torrontés | Terrazas de Los Andes |
| 25519 | 25518 | US | A blend of 75% Cabernet Franc, 17% Cabernet Sauvignon, 8% Petit Verdot, this features scorched herb, tar, leather and dark cherry aromas. It's a graceful, medium-weight wine, endowed with polished tannins and pliant acids. | Trianon | 86 | 38 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | The Williamsburg Winery 2010 Trianon Cabernet Franc (Virginia) | Cabernet Franc | The Williamsburg Winery |
| 25520 | 25519 | US | This new cuvée brings forward, spicy, peppery fruit centered around cranberry flavors. The back end tannins turn earthy, and take the shine off the finish. Perhaps a bit more bottle age will open it up. | Dundee Hills Select | 86 | 45 | Oregon | Dundee Hills | Willamette Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Torii Mor 2012 Dundee Hills Select Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills) | Pinot Noir | Torii Mor |
| 25521 | 25520 | US | Fermented in stainless steel, this medium-bodied wine is supple in nutty pear and fig, as well as viscous in honey. Serve chilled with chicken-lemongrass banh mi. | | 86 | 24 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Wattle Creek 2012 Viognier (Alexander Valley) | Viognier | Wattle Creek |
| 25522 | 25521 | France | A light orange-colored rosé, it's equally light on the palate. It has lost its freshness while broadening out into a softly fruity, orange peel and strawberry flavored wine. It needs food. | | 86 | 29 | Loire Valley | Sancerre | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Henry Natter 2012 Rosé (Sancerre) | Rosé | Henry Natter |
| 25523 | 25522 | Portugal | Warm and ripe, this is a full-bodied rosé that has the weight and some of the tannins of a red wine. With its vivid pink color and sweet strawberry fruits, it's fruity and ready to drink. | Alandra | 86 | 8 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Herdade do Esporão 2013 Alandra Rosé (Alentejano) | Rosé | Herdade do Esporão |
| 25524 | 25523 | Portugal | Soft and round, this is a wine that has the warmth of the Alentejo coupled with a tangy, fresh slice of lemon. Blending Antão Vaz, Roupeiro and Perrum, it's a wine to drink now, or just age for a few months. | Monte Velho | 86 | 10 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Herdade do Esporão 2013 Monte Velho White (Alentejano) | Portuguese White | Herdade do Esporão |
| 25525 | 25524 | US | Supple at the core, this wine is framed by a medium amount of chewy tannins that give traction to the high-toned flavors of tobacco, vanilla and earthy spices. | | 86 | 60 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | Jefferson Vineyards 2010 Meritage (Virginia) | Meritage | Jefferson Vineyards |
| 25526 | 25525 | France | The wine is soft, showing ripe apple fruits, pears and apricots, with fresh acidity. It's light, but has a strong sense of texture and minerality. It's ready to drink but will be better early in 2015. | Château de La Haudinière Sur Lie | 86 | 13 | Loire Valley | Muscadet Sèvre et Maine | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle 2013 Château de La Haudinière Sur Lie (Muscadet Sèvre et Maine) | Melon | Les Vignerons des Terroirs de la Noëlle |
| 25527 | 25526 | Argentina | Earthy, spicy, concentrated red-berry aromas give way to a full palate with spicy, oaky lead flavors and secondary red-fruit notes. Dry spice and a dusting of chocolate rise up on a simple finish. | Cuma Organic | 86 | 14 | Other | Cafayate | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Michel Torino 2013 Cuma Organic Cabernet Sauvignon (Cafayate) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Michel Torino |
| 25528 | 25527 | Spain | Concentrated berry aromas are basic and hint at sugar beets. This feels jammy and a bit syrupy, while robust berry, beet and chocolate flavors finish a touch heavy and sticky. For the money, this is generous and plenty good. | | 86 | 8 | Central Spain | Vino de la Tierra de Castilla | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Pallas 2012 Tempranillo (Vino de la Tierra de Castilla) | Tempranillo | Pallas |
| 25529 | 25528 | Italy | This offers aromas of dill, wet leaves, hay, pickled beets, roasted coffee bean and spearmint. The palate lacks fruit richness, delivering instead espresso and vanilla-sweetened oak. Astringent tannins generate a tongue-drying finish. | Le Coste di Monforte | 86 | 80 | Piedmont | Barolo | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Parusso 2010 Le Coste di Monforte (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Parusso |
| 25530 | 25529 | Spain | Sweet, floral aromas of plum, candied berry and sugar beet are friendlier than the palate, which is a bit piercing and high in acidity. Cherry and tart plum flavors finish with choppy, bright acids and citric flavors. | | 85 | 11 | Northern Spain | Navarra | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Lurra 2013 Garnacha (Navarra) | Garnacha | Lurra |