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15,443 | italy | You'll find aromas suggesting leather, mature dark-skinned fruit, moist earth and a whiff of game on this brawny red. The firm palate offers dried black cherry, raisin, licorice and tobacco alongside close-grained tannins that grip the finish. | Serego Alighieri Vaio Armaron | 90 | 75 |
39,104 | australia | Recently, Angove's various Warboys Vineyard bottlings have been consistently excellent; the 2014 blends 57% Shiraz and 43% Grenache to good effect. It's full bodied, creamy and supple, combining vanilla notes with hints of mint and an ample dose of cherry-berry fruit. Drink now through 2022. | Warboys Vineyard | 91 | 65 |
21,875 | us | One of the most satisfying Rieslings of the vintage. It's dry, crisp and exotic, with crisp flavors of citrus fruits, wildflowers and that famous diesel or lighter fluid taste that characterizes the best Rieslings. Really a superior wine that shows the brilliance of Edna Valley for unoaked white varieties, as well as the excellence of the Paragon Vineyard. | Paragon Vineyard | 92 | 20 |
24,490 | us | The winery's flagship offering, this wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (62%), Cabernet Franc (25%) and Malbec. It opens with high-toned aromas of herbs and dark coffee that are followed by plush fruit flavors that taper toward the finish. | Indomitable | 90 | 50 |
42,975 | spain | Imperial is CVNE's most accessible and affordable top-end Rioja, and what a winner it is in 2010. Cool, toasty aromas show sweet maple and vanilla notes along with berry and cassis scents. Fresh but weighty and elegant, this deals ripe berry and loamy earth flavors in front of a mellow finish that's clean and not too demanding. Drink now through 2022. | Imperial Reserva | 93 | 44 |
48,502 | france | The wine has just the right density and weight for a Morgon. It comes from an 18-acre vineyard that gives a dark rich wine that is packed with tannins as well as black-cherry fruit. It is a complex wine, firm while also fruity. Drink starting from 2017. | Corcelette | 92 | 55 |
8,213 | germany | Yellow freesia and sweet peach abound in this deeply floral, fruity auslese. Feather light in texture, yet deeply concentrated in flavor, it's penetratingly sweet yet finishes with a flurry of crushed minerals and lime-pith astringency. | Wehlener Sonnenuhr Auslese | 92 | 57 |
118,006 | us | This wine is tight and well-structured, emphasizing a good, gripping texture and firm tannins while tasty berry flavors lurk beneath. It's not something to sip at a party, but a gutsy dinner wine to pour with osso buco or mushroom risotto. | Monarch Mine Vineyard | 89 | 25 |
48,234 | us | Creamy bubbles rise through hay color in the glass, showing the slightest touch of salmon pink on the edges, with a lean and tight nose that shows tortilla dough, pink grapefruit rind and a sleek, steely gunmetal note. Crisp apple and sliced Meyer lemon flavors show on the palate, where the bubbles are foamy, the yeast is present but restrained and the style is very approachable. | Blanc de Noirs Clos Pepe Vineyard | 92 | 60 |
22,107 | italy | This elegant Barolo shows tight astringency and firm layers of red fruit, spice, crushed stone and tobacco. It needs a few more years to find harmony. Drink after 2018. | Nei Cannubi | 91 | 90 |
40,935 | us | Not much going on in this flat, candy-sweet wine. It tastes like the liquid in canned peaches and pineapples. | Miller Ranch Vineyard | 82 | 18 |
115,846 | spain | Citrus and white-fruit aromas are elegant, smooth and suggestive of Burgundy, which makes sense given that this was aged in oak. The right amount of acidity lends lightness and length to the palate, while ripe lime and honeydew flavors are well oaked. A fresh friendly finish is minerally and crystal clean. | Old Vines | 91 | 32 |
9,425 | us | A scent of tar hits the nose first, followed by whiffs of raisin, brown spice and vanilla. The attack on this wine feels flat and flaccid, but the tannins pick up slightly on the midpalate, which lends it some structure. | Dry | 82 | 12 |
98,725 | france | It makes sense to produce this red sparkling wine in a medium-dry form. That's because the inevitable tannins are modified and are there to give shape to the strawberry fruits and fresh acidity. It's perhaps an acquired taste but would be fine with fruit desserts. | Rubis Excellence Demi-Sec | 85 | 14 |
127,597 | chile | Fans of dark oak will enjoy this Cab, which is big on char, green herb and dry tannins. Though there is a little plum and black cherry fruit underneath the oak, the midpalate still wants a little more oomph, and more fruit. | Reserve | 83 | 12 |
91,194 | us | Easy to see what the winemaker was aiming for with this Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine. Sheer opulence was the goal, and it succeeds. The wine is soft and gentle, with ultrarefined tannins and incredibly ripe, concentrated blackberry jam, blueberry, chocolate and sweet oak flavors. The alcohol is quite high, which gives it a glyceriney sweetness and also precludes aging. Drink now–2014. | Cuvée Julia | 92 | 140 |
68,623 | spain | Grassy, flat aromas are inoffensive but don't bring much to the table. This feels citrusy and foamy, with generic flavors of brown sugar and melon. Touches of milk chocolate and bitterness work the finish on this Pinot Noir-led rosé blend. | Anna Brut Rosé | 85 | 15 |
115,001 | us | A tremendous single-vineyard wine from a highly sought-after site, this white sings in great salty aromatics, almost as if it has captured wisps of fog from the nearby Pacific. Expansive on the palate, full bodied and completely balanced, it teases in caramel, finishing lithe and bright. | Hawk Hill Vineyard | 94 | 50 |
34,900 | italy | Simple and fresh, this offers the easy-drinking experience that has made Prosecco Superiore a world-wide sensation. Thanks to its peach and citrus aromas, this should go down beautifully with a simple platter of grilled vegetables. | Brut | 86 | 16 |
24,954 | us | Tightly woven and deeply concentrated, this brawny, full-bodied wine from the mighty mountain site boasts expansive tannins. Firm acidity invigorates its spectrum of flavors that range from cherry, marshmallow and clove to forest and tobacco. | Monte Rosso Vineyard | 90 | 90 |
19,471 | us | Hints of tropical fresh fuit and flowers lends an exotic touch to this pretty wine, and on the palate, it offers balanced elements of crisp fruit and spicy oak. Not terribly complex but a friendly food wine. | Unoaked | 85 | 13 |
93,264 | us | Impresses for its depth, power and balance, a wine whose classic acid-tannin structure could only have come from a pedigreed terroir. There's an enormous concentration of black currants and minerals, but the wine is immature in astringent tannins. Needs time, and possibly lots of it. Best 2011 and beyond. | Limited | 92 | 120 |
111,450 | us | Simple and soft, with sugary sweet apricot and orange flavors that turn cloying on the finish. | No. 67 | 82 | 26 |
109,800 | argentina | Deep berry, cola, mint and leather aromas are classy and not overdone. Feels lush and deep in the mouth, with blatant ripeness and toasty, oaky flavors of cola, coconut and blackberry. Finishes big but not that long or complex. Drink now through 2013; Malbec with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. | Synthesis The Blend | 91 | 54 |
101,036 | us | There's a hint of smoke that adds a dark edge to the pretty white floral notes of this easy drinking, elegantly balanced Sauvignon Blanc. It's dry and refreshing on the palate, while hints of waxy minerality and bitter lime pith lend complexity to the finish. | Fumé Blanc | 89 | 15 |
56,453 | italy | Beautiful intensity surrounds this linear, compact and elegant Cabernet Sauvignon. Aromas include berry fruit, balsamic notes, iron-earthy tones and chopped herbs. Nice harmony, good flavors and long persistency; this is a highly recommended wine that boasts the best of its Mediterranean roots. | Marchese di Villa Marina | 91 | 58 |
86,042 | us | Archery Summit wines often seem bigger-boned, oakier and more tannic than their brethren, and this bottling is no exception. Ripe cherries are framed by vanilla and toast, with firm drying tannins on the finish. Put this one away for a couple of years while you are enjoying the charms of the Premier Cuvée. | Red Hills Estate | 90 | 65 |
59,605 | us | The texture is silky on this bright, clean Pinot Noir. With strong, ripe raspberry and cherry jam, date, brown sugar and oak flavors, it's also tasty, and ready to drink now. | Reserve | 86 | 23 |
92,093 | us | The fruit from this well-located vineyard shines in this new vintage. Cherries and berries are set in a composty, moist, loamy framework. Hints of barnyard are subtle enough to add texture and depth. Lovely complexity. | Vista Hills Vineyard | 91 | 40 |
83,777 | france | Honey and nougat scents cling to the plum notes on the nose. The palate comes across as fresh and almost dainty, fizzing with delicate citrus flavours at first. Then, the backdrop of yeast and autolysis becomes apparent. The finish presents lemon freshness and is beautifully dry. | Brut | 89 | 25 |
77,998 | austria | The nose promises ripe, red cherry fruit and the palate delivers with a sprightly, bouncy, juicy red that's full of freshness. Wonderfully unpretentious fruit shines, with a little pepper spice to liven things up. | Klassik | 90 | 14 |
103,447 | france | An utterly seductive perfume of Muscat grape, honeysuckle and peach rises from the glass. The palate does not quite follow up this promise and adds a hint of sweetness to create a perfumed, light-bodied wine. Drink soon. | Hatschbourg Grand Cru | 88 | 30 |
82,106 | us | A seductive blend of Petite Sirah, Carignane, Zinfandel, Syrah, Barbera, Alicante Bouschet and Mourvèdre, this wine sourced from old-vine grapes conveys an old-world sensibility. Juicy berry pie and black pepper surround a soft, structured core, finishing with a sprinkling of cinnamon. | Besieged Old Vine California Heritage Varietals | 88 | 16 |
62,987 | italy | Cartizze is the most celebrated vineyard cru in the Prosecco area and this expression lives up to its reputation very nicely. It offers delicate floral and mineral tones that create a smooth, feminine personality. | Cartizze Dry | 88 | 30 |
110,558 | france | There is an attractive smoky character to this round and warm wine. Perfumes from the Gewurztraminer in the blend are combined with delicious fresh citrus and apple flavors. It's a young wine, to be drunk young. | Gentil de Katz | 87 | 19 |
34,417 | us | Deeply colored, this bottling shows ripe blackberry pie with caramel, crushed graphite and a touch of mint on the nose. The tannins are soft but provide just enough structure to deliver lavish flavors of black cherry, beef char and cedar. | Reserve | 89 | 40 |
43,384 | spain | Straightforward Tempranillo aromas and flavors mark this light red. The dry berry-cherry fruit is offset by smoke, leather and rosemary notes. It's slightly and typically on the astringent side, but turns a bit raspy on the modest finish. —M.M. | Antaño | 83 | 7 |
71,445 | france | Almonds and green plum flavors give this a bright, perfumed character. Produced with organically grown grapes, it is fruity, touched by minerality and layered with intense, juicy acidity. Drink now. | Sec | 87 | 17 |
104,734 | italy | An easy blend of Pinot Bianco, Tai and Manzoni Bianco, this is a fresh, crisp white wine with aromas of white flower, sambuca and citrus. | Pralis | 85 | 12 |
38,804 | chile | Initial aromas of lactic oak and sawdust show on the nose, although with time this wine shows more appealing scents of smoky spice and black fruits. Woody and round in feel, this soft Carmenère offers char, hickory and blackberry flavors in front of a plump finish. Drink now. | Terrunyo Entre Cordilleras Peumo Vineyard Block 27 | 89 | 40 |
86,187 | france | Produced from a 7-acre parcel within the premier cru, this wine is tight and nervy at this young stage. It has acidity, a tangy mineral texture and crisp white and citrus fruit but needs time to fill out and show its full potential. Drink from 2021. | Les Vaillons Premier Cru | 93 | 46 |
9,742 | south africa | Medium-intense scents of honeydew, baked apple, peach pit and dried wildflowers are direct and forward on the nose, while flavors of citrus and melon fill the smooth but not flabby palate. Solid acidity lifts the mouthfeel and lends freshness through the finish, which is otherwise full of rich notes of apple pie, honeycomb and orange marmalade. Drink now. | The Old Orchards | 89 | 17 |
125,198 | france | This is one of a collection of Champagnes tasted and approved by a group of growers under the Special Club label. With a predominance of Chardonnay, it's still crisp and fruity, showing rich apple and pear flavors. Its citrusy acidity gives it lift, slowing any signs of maturity. It will continue to age gracefully but is delicious now. | Special Club Brut | 93 | 56 |
21,515 | italy | Cannubi is regarded as perhaps the finest vineyard cru in Barolo, delivering clean and elegant wines with power and determination on the finish. This expression stays true to the vineyard, with added touches of soft fruit and spice to the mix. | Cannubi | 92 | 90 |
46,978 | chile | This is roasted to the max, with a very earthy nose, including burnt leaf, smoked meat and heavy fruit. The palate feels a bit high in acidity, with cherry and berry flavors that take on a baked character as it eases into a simple finish. | Reina Ana Gran Reserva | 85 | 15 |
111,839 | us | What this Chardonnay lacks in immediate fruity richness, it more than makes up for in austere, complex minerality. The flavors veer towards lemon and lime, with hints of tropical fruit and the sweet smokiness of barrel aging. The acidity is vital and rich. It's a wine that develops complexity as it warms and opens up in the glass. | Estate | 91 | 18 |
89,681 | canada | This Bordeaux-style blend comprises 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon and a smattering of three other grapes. There's an herbal frame around dark cassis fruit and a powdery mouthfeel from stiff, dry tannins. The accents of char, graphite and smoke are well integrated. | Reserve 7 | 90 | 33 |
93,705 | us | A compelling wine. Made from this Bordeaux blending variety seldom seen bottled on its own, the grapes were grown in the Stagecoach Vineyard, high up on Atlas Peak, increasingly a source of some of Napa's greatest red wines. The style is thoroughly modern, with soft tannins and rich flavors of chocolate, black cherries, cassis and new oak, as well as a pleasing charred meatiness. Hard to tell where it's going, but delicious now. Decant for an hour or two before serving. | Stagecoach Vineyard | 94 | 145 |
22,194 | us | Pierre Léon is a selection of different clones from the winery estate. Maybe it's the vintage, but the wine seems dilute. The flavors of tart wild berry, earth and herb have a thin, edgy character; and the tannins seem greener than what would be optimal. | Pierre Léon | 86 | 36 |
95,538 | us | Combining 76% Pinot Noir and 24% Chardonnay, this wine has a depth of richness and focused, supportive acidity that work well to complement each other. Stone fruit, vanilla biscuit, cherry kirsch and green apple are all within the spectrum of flavors here, finishing with grace and a hint of spice. | Classic Vintage Brut | 95 | 44 |
58,900 | france | A medicinal lift precedes any notion of fruit on the nose which only hints at juicy ripe peach. The palate has the full hit of fruit with lovely quinine and peach pit bitterness thrown in as a counterbalance to the luscious, concentrated and powerful sweetness. With time, hints of lemony barley sugar and toffee come through. This is full-on and intense with incredible sweetness and length. The flavor just lasts and lasts with a stony warm persistence. | Vendanges Tardives | 93 | 35 |
3,172 | italy | Direct and immediate, this crisp effort shows pretty balance between its sweet fruit and zesty citrus elements. A perfect summer-sipping sparkling wine. | Extra Dry | 86 | 16 |
96,106 | us | Soft, velvety and fruity, with chocolate, black raspberry, currant and oak flavors this blend is spiced up with white pepper and cinnamon notes. Drink this hearty wine with stews, barbecue or pasta. | Red Wine | 87 | 25 |
113,427 | france | A period of wood aging has rounded out the fruit in this rich wine. It has a dusty, soft structure, offering sweet juiciness to go with the toast and spice element. The final flavors are of berry acidity. | Prestige | 89 | 19 |
90,144 | portugal | This rosé is a blend of Tinta Roriz and Tinta Francisca. Its wood aging has smoothed out the bright fruit, replacing it with a rich, creamy, warm character. With firm acidity and ripe raspberry touches, it's a full wine that is ready to drink. | Reserva | 89 | 45 |
55,371 | france | This is solid, rich and with great fruit flavors to complement its structure. Red cherry fruitiness is lifted by intense acidity and broadened by the dark tannins and concentration. This is a wine to age for a few years, so drink after 2015. | Grand Cras Vieilles Vignes | 91 | 35 |
257 | south africa | This approachable Cabernet-based blend, which also has 18% Pinotage, 11% Cab Franc and 2% Shiraz, is a spicy and balanced red with notes of menthol, purple florals, black cherry and berry. With a mouthfeel like crushed velvet, a black pepper finish and an attractive price tag, it's a shame only 100 cases were produced. | The William | 89 | 18 |
35,967 | us | A lovely Pinot Noir, delicious and sweet in fruit. You'll find a glyceriney fatness to it, courtesy of high alcohol, as well as sweet, smoky oak. The underlying flavors are wonderfully ripe in raspberries and cherries, and are brightened with fine acidity. | Hein Family Vineyard | 93 | 46 |
74,873 | argentina | Soupy, horsey citrus and red-berry aromas precede a flabby palate with herbal red-berry flavors that upon inspection taste both sugary and green. | Punto Final Malbec | 82 | 12 |
78,271 | us | Ripe apples and pears meet with daffodils, honeysuckle and dried peaches on the nose of this wine from the Corralitos area. Flavors of lemon-lime soda, chamomile tea and pressed white flowers show on the floral and uplifting palate, which is warmed by a touch of popcorn. | Regan Vineyards Reserve | 93 | 30 |
33,721 | us | Definitely on the sugary, sweet side, this Zin also tastes hot and peppery, despite an official alcohol reading of only 14.5%. | Old Vine | 81 | 18 |
118,959 | us | Aromatically this wine is not yet entirely ready to reveal its charms, with reserved notes of mineral, smoked meat, olive brine, fire pit, peat and crushed flowers. The generous earth and savory flavors feel rich and full, leading to a lengthy finish. | En Chamberlain Vineyard | 95 | 75 |
63,751 | chile | Coconut and vanilla aromas announce new oak, and along with that there are aromas of blackberry and toast. In the mouth, tangy flavors sit on top of standard berry and spice, while acidity returns on what amounts to a lean, sharp finish. | Marques de Casa Concha | 84 | 26 |
109,576 | france | This is the freshest apple and citrus-driven wine. It has great fruitiness allied to acidity and a soft, creamy structure. Drink in 2014. | Les Charmes | 85 | 16 |
127,122 | australia | Rubber, plum and pepper notes open this light-weight red. The crisp palate shows no sign of tannin and is a bit lacking in intensity, leading into a short finish. Drink now. | Reserve | 83 | 15 |
70,953 | france | From a single parcel in Meursault, this is a tight and structured wine. It has strong minerality as well as spice and vanilla from wood aging. The zesty white and citrus fruits are still developing, giving a wine that will age well. Drink from 2019. | Les Forges | 92 | 82 |
51,862 | us | This wine comes from a partnership between winemaker David Galzignato of Jada Winery in Paso Robles, and Mark McWilliams of Arista Winery in Healdsburg. A devotion to Sauvignon Blanc, it succeeds with this sophisticated expression of lemon chiffon and mandarin orange that's bright and complex. With two handfuls of Sémillon to the mix, it's medium in body and length, with just the slightest suggestion of caramel-vanilla oak. | Transitus | 93 | 34 |
104,974 | us | An unusual version of Pearl, this includes 9% Grenache Blanc and 5% Roussanne in the blend. Though it's labeled Sauvignon Blanc, those other grapes seem to command center stage, and the wine might as well be thought of as a creative white blend rather than a single variety. Pungent and herbal, it has well-knit and balanced green and yellow fruit flavors, with notes of caraway seed and grass. | Pearl | 88 | 22 |
68,823 | italy | Menthol, mint, sage, dark berry and rose aromas come with a balsamic note. Firm, fine-grained tannins support concentrated black cherry, crushed plum, mocha, vanilla and licorice flavors. Drink through 2022. | I Poggiarelli | 92 | 95 |
11,508 | us | A huge wine, massively extracted with raspberry and cherry jam fruit, with complex hints of mocha, cola, vanilla, buttered toast and wood spice. The richness is balanced by firm acidity, smooth tannins and a stony minerality. Seems to be offering its best now and over the next 3–4 years. | Rosella's Vineyard | 92 | 52 |
44,620 | portugal | A ripe and creamy blend of Fernão Pires and Arinto, this is both fresh and richly textured. It has weight as well as a smooth texture, full in the mouth while also tangy. Already delicious, it will also age, so drink until 2018. | Azul Portugal | 88 | 11 |
81,238 | france | Firm, structured and solid, this is a smoky, ripe wine with attractive acidity, red berry fruit and good concentration. It is developing slowly, with a solid structure and fine acidity. Drink from 2017. | Les Charmes Dessus | 90 | 32 |
86,724 | us | This Niven family project pairs cooler climate Edna Valley Syrah with 43% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7% Petite Sirah from warmer Paso Robles. Raspberry sorbet, blackberry, loam, spearmint and rose aromas come across as tart and fruity. The palate shows crushed gravel-like minerality, opening into dried strawberry fruit, thyme and pepper flavors. Fun yet serious. | Obispan | 92 | 33 |
8,015 | us | With lemon, orange, apricot and green melon flavors, this is a fruity wine, with tart notes of green gooseberries that make it savory. There's a lot of honey on the finish that makes you wonder if it's truly dry or flirting with off-dry. | Forever Wild | 86 | 25 |
105,336 | us | This 100% varietal wine is unabashedly appealing with pure, direct notes of coffee and plum. It's the feel that truly dazzles, with a supple velvety texture and a tart uptick on the lingering finish. | Mary's Block Windrow Vineyard | 91 | 45 |
28,872 | france | Masses of black cherries and blackberries ultimately come across as a bit simple, but satisfying. There's plenty of flavor in this medium-bodied red, and the fruit is fresh rather than confected, with a hint of cocoa on the finish. Drink now–2020. | Les Gélinottes | 87 | 15 |
9,348 | us | Dark-colored and deeply flavored, this full-bodied wine smells smoky and meaty, tastes savory, feels firm and appropriately tannic. Showing the more robust, hearty side of Pinot, it can be paired successfully with most opulent meat and fowl dishes. | Manchester Ridge | 89 | 60 |
101,189 | spain | Powdery notes, bath oil and white-fruit aromas make for a fragrant nose. This is solid on the palate, with citric acidity and a slight oiliness to the feel. Flowery nectarine and orange flavors set up a weighty but fresh finish. Drink now. | Selección | 87 | 15 |
31,680 | italy | This amber-colored wine is showing oxidation. The fruit has dried up, leaving only mineral, bitter walnut and flat sensations. | Don Chisciotte | 82 | 10 |
40,838 | us | A mix of fruit spanning across the Russian River Valley, this complex Chardonnay is so inviting and approachable. Brimming in ripe Gravenstein apple and baking spices, it conveys alluring and lush crispness as well as balanced fruit and floral aromas. | Russian River Selection | 90 | 35 |
73,819 | us | The trick with growing Syrah in the Highlands is hitting the sweet spot between ripeness and its opposite. This bottling certainly achieves very fruity black currant, dark chocolate, pepper and root beer flavors that are delicious. It has a sharpness throughout that detracts from the lush feeling, but that sharpness may go away with some time in the bottle. | Paraiso Vineyard | 86 | 35 |
85,927 | us | Aged in neutral French oak for a year, this wine is dark gold in color and tingly in acidity. Apple skin, a low impact of oak and lemon meringue wrap around a lush palate. | La Cruz Vineyard | 88 | 38 |
129,067 | us | This extremely flavorful but young and tightly wound wine has black pepper, dark chocolate and smoke aromas, concentrated blackberry and cassis flavors, firm tannins and full body. This is a powerful, full-bodied, firmly structured wine that needs time to show its best side. It should drink beautifully after 2018. | Estate | 93 | 30 |
36,859 | us | Lots of ripe, sweet blackberry, raspberry and cherry fruit flavors in this soft, tannic Bordeaux blend, based on Cabernet Sauvignon. It's dry, but high alcohol glycerine, combined with the fruity extract, make it taste almost like Port. Drink now. | BDX | 86 | 36 |
127,402 | spain | With a burnished gold tint, this oak-aged, mature Godello offers dry citrus aromas, hard spice and barrel notes. The palate is structured and holding its own, while oaky, oxidized flavors of orange and peach end with almond, wood resin and mature citrus flavors. Drink this interesting but unusual white now. | Herencia del Capricho | 88 | 62 |
84,827 | france | Dark fruit backs up the dense, dark and firm character of this wine. There is sweetness from the ripe fruits into which the tannins fall, leaving a trace of dryness at the end. A fine wine with a great future; drink from 2022. | La Vigne au Saint | 95 | 143 |
55,519 | chile | Stewed black-fruit aromas are coated with a heavy smear of milk chocolate. In the mouth, this feels gooey and sticky. Candied berry flavors are overly chocolaty and finish with coffee and mocha notes. | Reserva Encinos | 83 | 14 |
15,956 | france | This is a medium-sweet wine, very fresh while also with some richness. A creamed-apple texture is given a more exotic touch with white peach flavors and freshened with bright acidity. It would be good with Asian food. Drink now. | Passeport | 85 | 10 |
58,631 | france | Fresh and packed with red fruits, this wine comes from the Faiveley domaine. With raspberry flavors and plenty of acidity, the wine is forward and going to develop quickly. Drink from 2018. | Clos des Myglands | 89 | 48 |
24,088 | us | Brick red in color, this wine also smells of brick and smoke. On the palate, it's moderately structured and robustly ripe, showing burly blueberry and mocha chocolate flavors with unfettered fervor. | Old Vine Estate Grown | 90 | 36 |
112,198 | france | This is a sweet ripe wine, a blend of Gros and Petit Manseng. It has lychee and peach flavors and a layer of acidity, all given richness by the botrytis and honey flavors. The wine is ready to drink, soft and with a touch of ginger spice at the end. | Prestige | 88 | 16 |
89,845 | us | Aromas of dried herbs and leaves, tree bark and espresso lead to soft, polished cherry and chocolate flavors and a lengthy finish. The refinement and detail are captivating. | QED Axiom of Choice | 92 | 35 |
32,850 | france | From its own estate, this Louis Latour wine is a ripe, strawberry- and juicy plum-flavored wine, sustained by a well- judged dry layer of tannins. It is sweet, the acidity showing through in the red fruits. | Domaine Latour | 89 | 50 |
77,535 | spain | Big grapy aromas of blackberry and cassis are rather heavy and flat. This has a tannic abrasive mouthfeel in which nothing is smooth. Borderline overripe flavors of baked plum and blackberry finish chocolaty and with baking-spice flavors. | Calmo Vino de Lágrima Nocturno | 88 | 100 |
7,869 | south africa | This world-class blend of 52% Cabernet Franc, 20% Malbec, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot is concentrated, structured and powerful, with the promise of a long life ahead. Earthy, herbal streaks of cigar box, licorice root, char and minty fynbos frame the lush fruit core of muddled boysenberry, black raspberry, plum and currant. The palate is bold and assertively flavored, with good evolution from jammy black fruit to earthy spice and finally leather and toast on the finish. Drink 2018–2024. | MR de Compostella | 94 | 65 |
116,328 | germany | With its pure, clean scents and flavors of green apple, lime and mineral, slightly creamy texture and long, mouthwatering finish, this nearly dry Riesling offers a lot to like. No, it's not that complex, but it is admirably concentrated and eminently satisfying. Imported by Chapin Cellars, LLC. | Trocken | 87 | 15 |
47,787 | italy | Aromas of wild flower and green apple lead the nose on this lightly sparkling wine. The frothy palate offers Bartlett pear, yellow peach and grapefruit alongside crisp acidity. | Molera Extra Dry | 88 | 22 |
53,741 | us | A plump nose full of fruit and spice shows black raspberry and mace. The palate is well fleshed out, with a range of fruit-forward flavors, including mulberry and exotic plum. Graphite minerality binds it together, surrounding tangy acidity. | Scarlett | 91 | 38 |
82,766 | france | This is a Blanc de Noirs, white sparkling wine made from red grapes, in this case Pinot Noir. That gives both richness and a tense acidity to a ripe, fully fruity wine. Spiced pear flavors partner with vanilla and youthful acidity. It could bottle-age to mid-2015 to bring out its best. | Brut | 90 | 22 |
16,216 | spain | Dense black cherry and stewed plum aromas introduce this round, jammy and ultraripe Syrah. In the mouth, the wine is rich and chunky, with brandied cherry and baked berry and plum flavors topped with sprinkles of nutmeg and cumin. Nothing evaporates on the ripe finish. Drink through 2018. | Selecció | 90 | 45 |