| 27457 | 27456 | Italy | Elegant, austere, ethereal and tight in its aromatic delivery, this classic Barolo offers pristine berry tones backed by power and determination. Nebbiolo from Serralunga d'Alba tends to be more structured, dark and intense overall. | Serralunga | 90 | 35 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Principiano Ferdinando 2006 Serralunga (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Principiano Ferdinando |
| 27458 | 27457 | US | A nicely structured Merlot from the Wahluke Slope, with aromas of sandalwood and blueberries. The mixed berry flavors run into tart pie cherries, sprinkled with a little pepper (from a small amount of Cabernet Franc in the blend). Well crafted and balanced. | | 90 | 27 | Washington | Wahluke Slope | Columbia Valley | Paul Gregutt | @paulgwine | Saint Laurent 2007 Merlot (Wahluke Slope) | Merlot | Saint Laurent |
| 27451 | 27450 | Italy | Give Prapò Barolo a few minutes to open in the glass. As it does, floral aromas evolve into tones of berry fruit, cola and smoked ham. The mouthfeel is compact, firm and crisp with a touch of menthol freshness at the end. | Prapò | 90 | | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Mauro Sebaste 2007 Prapò (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Mauro Sebaste |
| 27459 | 27458 | France | Finely textured, with great minerality as well as ripe fruit. Flavors range from peach to lime, a reflection of the warm vintage and the chalk soil. Acidity is important, giving a contrast to the richness. | Montée de Tonnerre | 90 | 37 | Burgundy | Chablis | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Simonnet-Febvre 2009 Montée de Tonnerre (Chablis) | Chardonnay | Simonnet-Febvre |
| 27452 | 27451 | Italy | Dark concentration and medium aromatic intensity open Barolo Castelletto. There's a delicate, feminine side to this Nebbiolo that presents itself through aromas of pressed violet, root beer, chopped mint and peppermint. Those fresh overtones are backed by tight, gripping tannins. Drink after 2018. | Castelletto | 90 | 55 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Mauro Veglio 2007 Castelletto (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Mauro Veglio |
| 27460 | 27459 | US | A deep mauve in color, so much it could be mistaken for a light red wine, this wine offers baked cherry, warm plum fruit and a touch of iron on the nose. Cherry and plum skins mesh with ripe raspberries on the palate, which tastes good but is fairly heavy in style for a pink wine. | Rosé of | 86 | 20 | California | Paso Robles | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Eberle 2015 Rosé of Syrah (Paso Robles) | Syrah | Eberle |
| 27453 | 27452 | US | This delightful Sauvignon Blanc is unoaked, and did not undergo malolactic fermentation. The result is pure Russian River fruit, rich and spicy in pineapple, tangerine, grapefruit, green apple and fig flavors, brightened with tangy acidity. Delicious and lively, a perfect wine for cocktails and Asian fare. | | 90 | 18 | California | Russian River Valley | Sonoma | | | Michael Bernard 2009 Sauvignon Blanc (Russian River Valley) | Sauvignon Blanc | Michael Bernard |
| 27454 | 27453 | Chile | Sweet and smoky on the nose, with prune, hickory and spice aromas that come together well. The palate on this four-grape blend is saturated and meaty, while the flavors of blackberry, coffee and dark plum are lush and finish with toast and spice. Always one of Chile's best values; an overperformer year after year. | Quatro | 90 | 15 | Colchagua Valley | | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | MontGras 2009 Quatro Red (Colchagua Valley) | Red Blend | MontGras |
| 27461 | 27460 | US | This is a dark and tarry wine, perhaps a tad early for release, showing condensed purple flowers, beef jerky, charcoal and plum peels on the nose. The palate is tart and chewy, with asphalt, sour black fruit and tobacco notes. Wait a year and this may sing much more strongly. | The Big Easy | 86 | 35 | California | Santa Barbara County | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Fess Parker 2013 The Big Easy Red (Santa Barbara County) | Red Blend | Fess Parker |
| 27455 | 27454 | US | Like taking in a fresh bouquet of flowers just in bloom, this deliciously crafted Moscato Frivolo, slightly fizzy and superlatively refreshing, is a lovely surprise at just 7% alcohol and $16. Start your night off with a glass or let it guide you through a meal, serve cold and take in its candied orange and jasmine amidst the bubbles. | Frivolo | 90 | 16 | California | California | California Other | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Noceto 2010 Frivolo Moscato (California) | Moscato | Noceto |
| 27456 | 27455 | Italy | Paolo Manzone is a producer based in Serralunga d'Alba and this flagship Barolo delivers elegant aromas of small berry fruit, cola and licorice. This tight, streamlined wine boasts crisp acidity and a nutty, toasted finish. | Serralunga | 90 | 60 | Piedmont | Barolo | | | | Paolo Manzone 2007 Serralunga (Barolo) | Nebbiolo | Paolo Manzone |
| 27462 | 27461 | Argentina | Grapy aromas are candied and suggestive of a powdered fruit drink. This feels plump and pulpy, with plum flavors that carry a skin-related astringency. Herbal, rooty notes come up on the finish. | | 86 | 12 | Mendoza Province | Uco Valley | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Filus 2014 Malbec (Uco Valley) | Malbec | Filus |
| 27463 | 27462 | Spain | Chewing gum and light berry aromas come with a floral note. Crystal clear and lean on the palate, this tastes of mild citrus fruits and peach pit. Dry on the finish, with a nip of grapefruit. | Garnacha | 86 | 9 | Spain Other | Spain | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Arrumaco 2015 Garnacha Rosé (Spain) | Rosé | Arrumaco |
| 27464 | 27463 | France | This wine is full of red-berry flavors, fresh with acidity and a juicy texture. Lively and bright with a dancing, crisp character, it's a great apéritif-style wine. | Passeport | 86 | 13 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Barton & Guestier 2015 Passeport Rosé (Côtes de Provence) | Rosé | Barton & Guestier |
| 27465 | 27464 | France | The classic skittle bottle shape, familiar from restaurant tables throughout Provence, reflects this wine's character. Lightly peppery and spicy, it has attractive and perfumed acidity. | Cuvée Réservée Tradition | 86 | 15 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château du Rouët 2015 Cuvée Réservée Tradition Rosé (Côtes de Provence) | Rosé | Château du Rouët |
| 27466 | 27465 | US | From century-old vines, this is a high-octane, smooth, juicy and soft wine, medium- to full-bodied with flavors of dark cherry-berry baked pie and cola spice. | Old Vine | 86 | 45 | California | Howell Mountain | Napa | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Howell Mountain Vineyards 2013 Old Vine Zinfandel (Howell Mountain) | Zinfandel | Howell Mountain Vineyards |
| 27467 | 27466 | US | A mellow, slightly herbal character pervades this plush-feeling and generous-tasting wine. Smelling ripe and fruity it is accented by savory spice aromas, and delivers warm plum and berry flavors. | Legacy | 86 | 13 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Josh Cellars 2013 Legacy Red (California) | Red Blend | Josh Cellars |
| 27468 | 27467 | US | More of a mauve color than pink, this wine shows strong cherry notes on the nose as well as seared orange rinds and a slightly boozy rum and coconut element. Mashed cherry pulp and grilled red fruit show on the nose. | Rosé of | 86 | 23 | California | Sta. Rita Hills | Central Coast | Matt Kettmann | @mattkettmann | Kessler-Haak 2014 Rosé of Pinot Noir (Sta. Rita Hills) | Pinot Noir | Kessler-Haak |
| 27469 | 27468 | Argentina | This grapy, fruity Malbec is quite enjoyable. Aromas of boysenberry and blueberry are solid despite some reduction. Plum, boysenberry and creamy oak flavors finish on a note of clove. | | 86 | 7 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Kirkland Signature 2014 Malbec (Mendoza) | Malbec | Kirkland Signature |
| 27470 | 27469 | US | Sharp acidity leads to defined flavors of green apple and lemon, maybe even as tart as grapefruit, within this medium-bodied wine with a richness of texture. | Destination Series | 86 | 25 | California | Sonoma Valley | Sonoma | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Kunde 2014 Destination Series Viognier (Sonoma Valley) | Viognier | Kunde |
| 27471 | 27470 | France | The Négrette wines come mainly from a small area northwest of Toulouse although they are also found in pockets elsewhere in the southwest. This is a light and deliciously fruity wine, full of rosewater aromas and a bright aftertaste. | La Vie en Rose | 86 | 11 | France Other | Vin de France | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Lionel Osmin & Cie 2015 La Vie en Rose Negrette (Vin de France) | Negrette | Lionel Osmin & Cie |
| 27472 | 27471 | France | Produced in vineyards close to Mont Saint-Victoire in the west of the Provence vineyards, this perfumed, floral wine has crisp acidity along with orange and citrus flavors. The wine is light, very fruity and bright at the end. | Esprit Gassier | 86 | 19 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Gassier 2015 Esprit Gassier Rosé (Côtes de Provence) | Rosé | Gassier |
| 27473 | 27472 | France | With a caramel character and light, bright acidity, this is a soft, not-quite-dry wine. It has a warm, open and accessible feel to it, light and fruity on the finish. | | 86 | 12 | Provence | Côtes de Provence | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Sables d'Azur 2015 Rosé (Côtes de Provence) | Rosé | Sables d'Azur |
| 27474 | 27473 | Italy | You'll find aromas of black locust flower and a whiff of beeswax on this. The beeswax note carries over to the straightforward palate together with pear and a hint of bitter nut alongside soft acidity. | Donna Anita | 86 | 15 | Piedmont | Roero | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Giacomo Vico 2015 Donna Anita (Roero) | Arneis | Giacomo Vico |
| 27475 | 27474 | Argentina | Dry, fresh aromas of red fruits set up a tight, sinewy palate with little to no fat. Direct, hard-hitting flavors of cherry and berry fruits are what they are. Overall, this is a forward wine with low amounts of spice and complexity. | Colección Privada | 86 | 12 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Navarro Correas 2012 Colección Privada Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Navarro Correas |
| 27476 | 27475 | Argentina | Odd and unfamiliar aromas of citrus peel, soapy cleanser and reedy red-berry fruits elicit contemplation, not sensory pleasure. This feels narrow, with astringent tannins. Flavors of herbal tea, red berries and spice are almost like Pinot Noir, while this finishes raw, rubbery and tannic, with herbal notes. | | 86 | 28 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Luis Segundo Correas 2011 Malbec (Mendoza) | Malbec | Luis Segundo Correas |
| 27477 | 27476 | Italy | Aromas of toasted nut, smoke, dried wild flower and mature orchard fruit lead the nose. The medium-bodied, rather evolved palate shows notes of honey, yellow apple skin and a hint of hazelnut. Drink soon to capture the remaining freshness. | | 86 | 29 | Piedmont | Roero | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Marchesi di Barolo 2015 Roero | Arneis | Marchesi di Barolo |
| 27478 | 27477 | Spain | Mild white-fruit aromas come with notes of white pepper. This has a chunky, oily feel and pithy, lightly vegetal flavors of lime, peach and melon. A salty flavor rises up on the finish. | | 86 | 10 | Northern Spain | Rueda | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Marqués de Cáceres 2015 Verdejo (Rueda) | Verdejo | Marqués de Cáceres |
| 27479 | 27478 | France | Subtle peach, apricot and yellow melon dance in the bouquet of this medium-bodied wine. The palate is pithy and tart, leaner than the nose suggests, with nice vibrancy and a subtle spicy accent on the close. Enjoy now. | Les Piliers | 86 | 17 | France Other | Vin de France | | Lauren Buzzeo | @laurbuzz | Michel Gassier 2014 Les Piliers Viognier (Vin de France) | Viognier | Michel Gassier |
| 27480 | 27479 | Italy | Lightly-scented with hints of black locust flower and citrus blossom, this easygoing, straightforward white offers flavors that suggest Bartlett pear and green apple. A note of white almond closes the finish. | Le Madri | 86 | 19 | Piedmont | Roero | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Michele Chiarlo 2015 Le Madri (Roero) | Arneis | Michele Chiarlo |