| 75121 | 75120 | Israel | Cherry, clove and freesia aromas give way to flavors of cherry, mint, anise and clove. Well-integrated fruit and spice notes, good mouthfeel and tannins that stop just shy of chewy continue to the lasting finish. Mevushal. | Yasmin Red | 87 | 11 | Galilee | | | Mike DeSimone | @worldwineguys | Recanati 2012 Yasmin Red Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot (Galilee) | Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot | Recanati |
| 75122 | 75121 | US | This Syrah is marked by fruit. The oak is modest, staying in the background, with only a suggestion of toast. The flavors are ripe, suggesting black-cherry jam, chocolate, mu shu plum sauce and peppery spices. Drink it now. | Estate Grown | 87 | 36 | California | Alexander Valley | Sonoma | | | Reynoso 2010 Estate Grown Syrah (Alexander Valley) | Syrah | Reynoso |
| 75123 | 75122 | Italy | A bright, sunny Morellino, it's made with 90% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. It offers a juicy palate loaded with cherry, raspberry and black pepper sensations. Fruity and straightforward, this is made for sheer drinking pleasure so enjoy soon. | Campomaccione | 87 | 15 | Tuscany | Morellino di Scansano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Rocca delle Macìe 2012 Campomaccione (Morellino di Scansano) | Red Blend | Rocca delle Macìe |
| 75124 | 75123 | Italy | Made entirely from Sangiovese, it has earthy aromas of tilled soil, blue flower, ripe berry and notes of balsamic herbs. The palate offers juicy black cherry, white pepper, dried Mediterranean herbs and coffee bean alongside firm but ripe tannins. Straightforward and accessible now, it is not an ager so enjoy soon. Guido & Son Italian Imports, Old Bridge Cellars. | Tore del Moro | 87 | 20 | Tuscany | Morellino di Scansano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Santa Lucia 2011 Tore del Moro (Morellino di Scansano) | Sangiovese | Santa Lucia |
| 75125 | 75124 | France | Very stalky and young, this wine has medium-term potential. It shows weight, ripe plum and berry fruits and flavors that go deep. The aftertaste, juicy now, will soon show signs of extra richness. Drink from 2015. | Loire Valley | 87 | 13 | Loire Valley | Chinon | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Sauvion 2012 Loire Valley (Chinon) | Cabernet Franc | Sauvion |
| 75126 | 75125 | US | This is an unassuming white, crisp and easy to enjoy, from a Sierra Foothills producer better known for Zinfandel. Opening with pretty, floral aromatics of hibiscus and honeysuckle, the palate is high in acidity with a taste of green apple and grapefruit. | | 87 | 14 | California | California | California Other | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Shenandoah 2012 Verdelho (California) | Verdelho | Shenandoah |
| 75127 | 75126 | US | Made up of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 36% Tempranillo, this wine offers an intensity of leather and dark plum, a whiff of smoky tobacco hanging in the background, too. With a pronounced tannic structure and big finish, it's a burly wine made for burly barbecue-inspired meals. | Diamond Mine Cuvée | 87 | 18 | California | Lake County | | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Six Sigma Ranch 2011 Diamond Mine Cuvée Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo (Lake County) | Cabernet Sauvignon-Tempranillo | Six Sigma Ranch |
| 75128 | 75127 | US | Juicy and varietal, this inexpensive Sierra Foothills Cab has rich texture and layers of dried cherry and currant. Round and well-composed, the finish veers toward flavors of vanilla and cedar. | | 87 | 15 | California | Amador County | Sierra Foothills | Virginie Boone | @vboone | Sobon Estate 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon (Amador County) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Sobon Estate |
| 75129 | 75128 | Portugal | This is a very firm, dry and tannic wine. Flashes of red berry flavors go alongside the tannins, but it feels as if the wine will always be dry. Drink from 2015. | Aneto | 87 | 30 | Douro | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Sobredos 2010 Aneto Red (Douro) | Portuguese Red | Sobredos |
| 75130 | 75129 | US | A butterscotch note hits the nose first, before fading to reveal scents of tea, leather and cedary spices. Medium to full-bodied, the succulent palate bears a supple core with a mineral edge. A flavor of dried strawberry marks the tangy finish. This is a blend of 35% Merlot, 25% Petit Verdot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. | Meritage | 87 | 26 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | Stinson 2011 Meritage Red (Virginia) | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Stinson |
| 75131 | 75130 | US | This 100% Merlot has high-toned aromas of worn leather and undergrowth, dark cherry and exotic spices, which lead onto the lithe, medium-bodied palate. Fine, chalky tannins and bright acids give this wine some footing, and the subtle finish comes with an herbal edge. | Winemaker's Select Bin #4 | 87 | 38 | Virginia | Virginia | | | | Tarara 2008 Winemaker's Select Bin #4 Red (Virginia) | Red Blend | Tarara |
| 75132 | 75131 | Italy | Aromas of red berry and balsamic herbs provide the focus of this vibrant and easy-going wine made entirely with Sangiovese. The lush palate offers black cherry and a hint of licorice alongside firm but ripe tannins. There's no complexity, but this enjoyable red is perfect to pair with everyday fare. Drink now. Wine4All, Specialty Wine. | | 87 | 16 | Tuscany | Morellino di Scansano | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Terre di Fiori 2011 Morellino di Scansano | Sangiovese | Terre di Fiori |
| 75133 | 75132 | Italy | This blend of 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon leads with aromas of underbrush, plum, spice and toasted notes. The palate opens with juicy black cherry accented with black pepper and mocha but it has an abrupt, tannic finish. | Elikia Riserva | 87 | 30 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Terre di Melazzano 2009 Elikia Riserva (Chianti Classico) | Red Blend | Terre di Melazzano |
| 75134 | 75133 | Argentina | Berry and plum aromas are ripe and woody, with a note of sawdust appearing on the nose. This has zest and zing on the palate, along with creamy weight, while flavors of toast, wood resin and baked blackberries finish smoky and plump. | | 87 | 12 | Mendoza Province | Mendoza | | Michael Schachner | @wineschach | Alamos 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon (Mendoza) | Cabernet Sauvignon | Alamos |
| 75135 | 75134 | Australia | This is a nicely constructed Shiraz with some cool-climate leanings. It's medium in weight, with smoky scents, plum and cherry fruit and a firm, mouthwatering finish. | | 87 | 65 | New South Wales | Gundagai | | Joe Czerwinski | @JoeCz | Eden Road 2010 Shiraz (Gundagai) | Shiraz | Eden Road |
| 75136 | 75135 | Italy | This wine starts with aromas of espresso, underbrush, berries and menthol along with a slightly medicinal note. The palate opens with black cherry, coffee, licorice and espresso alongside assertive tannins but then finishes abruptly, closing on an astringent note. | Riserva | 87 | 25 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Castello di Monsanto 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico) | Red Blend | Castello di Monsanto |
| 75137 | 75136 | Italy | Opening aromas include toasted oak, espresso and tobacco leaf. The linear palate is a bit lean, with coffee bean, tobacco and tart red cherry flavors alongside bracing tannins. The fruit is starting to dry up so drink this soon. | Riserva | 87 | 45 | Tuscany | Chianti Classico | | Kerin O’Keefe | @kerinokeefe | Castello di Radda 2010 Riserva (Chianti Classico) | Sangiovese | Castello di Radda |
| 75138 | 75137 | France | The leanness of this wine brings out acidity without fruit weight. It has a juicy character that is fresh and dominated by red berry flavors. It is not for long term aging. | Cuvée Mono Cépage | 87 | | France Other | Vin de France | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château d'Estoublon 2010 Cuvée Mono Cépage Syrah (Vin de France) | Syrah | Château d'Estoublon |
| 75139 | 75138 | Portugal | Full and fruity, this soft, generous wine brings out red berries, ripe tannins and a light touch of acidity. There is a drier core, but the wine is ready to drink, with attractive freshness at the end. | | 87 | 24 | Alentejano | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Cortes de Cima 2011 Trincadeira (Alentejano) | Trincadeira | Cortes de Cima |
| 75140 | 75139 | US | This polished, un-oaked Riesling shows the variety's petrol note riding high over citrus and honeysuckle flavors. It's off dry and brisk in acidity. With alcohol of 12.5% by volume, it's a lovely, delicate wine to drink now. | Riven Rock Vineyard | 87 | 22 | California | San Luis Obispo County | Central Coast | | | Cutruzzola 2011 Riven Rock Vineyard Riesling (San Luis Obispo County) | Riesling | Cutruzzola |
| 75141 | 75140 | France | This wine has a mix of honey, sweet cherry fruit and fresh acidity. It is fruity while also sweet, giving concentration and richness at the end. | Vin de Paille | 87 | 59 | France Other | Côtes du Jura | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Domaine Berthet-Bondet 2008 Vin de Paille White (Côtes du Jura) | White Blend | Domaine Berthet-Bondet |
| 75142 | 75141 | Bulgaria | A garnet color with a violet rim, this has aromas of black cherry, pomegranate juice and a touch of vanilla, followed by flavors of tart cherry, blackberry and black licorice. The finish boasts pleasant acidity coupled with a bright fruit finish. | Reserve | 87 | 10 | Thracian Valley | | | Jeff Jenssen | @worldwineguys | Domaine Boyar 2011 Reserve Merlot (Thracian Valley) | Merlot | Domaine Boyar |
| 75143 | 75142 | France | Nuts and lemons are the main flavors of this light and fruity wine. Acidity cuts through the lightly mineral texture. Drink now. | Jovly | 84 | 17 | Loire Valley | Vouvray | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Caves du Val de France 2013 Jovly (Vouvray) | Chenin Blanc | Caves du Val de France |
| 75144 | 75143 | US | This medium-bodied red wine doesn't quite track the classic Pinot Noir profile, but will make an appetizing refreshment for lunch or dinner. The aromas and flavors suggest prune and berries, while the texture is lean but palate-cleansing. | | 84 | 10 | California | California | California Other | Jim Gordon | @gordone_cellars | Twin Arches 2012 Pinot Noir (California) | Pinot Noir | Twin Arches |
| 75145 | 75144 | US | Nervy acids and extra-fine powdery tannins frame flavors of wild berries, crimini mushrooms and wilted flowers. | Estate Bottled | 84 | 18 | Virginia | Shenandoah Valley | | | | Veramar 2012 Estate Bottled Norton (Shenandoah Valley) | Norton | Veramar |
| 75146 | 75145 | France | Tightly herbaceous, this is also a friendly, fruity wine. With bright acidity, crisp lemon and grapefruit flavors, it's cool and bright. Drink now. | Les Roches | 84 | | Loire Valley | Touraine | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Les Vignerons des Coteaux Romanais 2013 Les Roches Sauvignon Blanc (Touraine) | Sauvignon Blanc | Les Vignerons des Coteaux Romanais |
| 75147 | 75146 | France | The nutty aromas of Chenin Blanc dominate this fresh and apple fruity wine. It has crisp acidity, a lively and light texture and light, dancing aftertaste. Drink now. | Les Blanches | 84 | | Loire Valley | Val de Loire | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Musset-Roullier 2013 Les Blanches Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay (Val de Loire) | Chenin Blanc-Chardonnay | Musset-Roullier |
| 75148 | 75147 | Portugal | This is a fruity style of Vinho Verde that also brings out the crispest citrus and pink grapefruit flavors. The wine, with its light spritz, is fresh, full of acidity and just off dry. Drink now. | Raza | 84 | 10 | Vinho Verde | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Quinta da Raza 2013 Raza White (Vinho Verde) | Portuguese White | Quinta da Raza |
| 75149 | 75148 | France | This dry wine is strongly dominated by tannins. It is structured, firm and hard-edged. Without the fresh acidity at the end, it would be a tough proposition. | | 84 | 15 | Bordeaux | Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Château Saint-Urbain 2011 Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux | Bordeaux-style Red Blend | Château Saint-Urbain |
| 75150 | 75149 | Portugal | Rich and so smooth, this is like drinking a syrup. The tannins are so soft, so cushioned by the ripe berry and plum fruits. The real contrast is with the acidity at the end that gives a final lift. Drink now. | Pátria | 84 | 8 | Alentejo | | | Roger Voss | @vossroger | Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz 2013 Pátria Red (Alentejo) | Portuguese Red | Cooperativa Reguengos de Monsaraz |