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Aug. 08, 2024
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CHARLES KRUG
Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2021
$41
Shows nice character, with a sagebrush and sweet bay edge to its mix of steeped black currant and plum puree flavors. Light notes of anise and bramble dart through the juicy finish. Ready to go, too. Drink now through 2034. 16,000 cases made. —James Molesworth
Aug. 07, 2024
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CLOUDY BAY
Pinot Noir Marlborough 2021
$43
Stylish and elegant, with clove and nutmeg accents to the core of supple cherry, raspberry and Earl Grey tea flavors, backed by a silky frame. Asian five-spice aromatics and a touch of dried rose petal complement this red on the finish. Drink now through 2032. 15,600 cases made, 1,200 cases imported. —MaryAnn Worobiec
Aug. 01, 2024
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MICHELE SATTA
Bolgheri Superiore Piastraia 2021
$45
The core flavors of black currant, black cherry and pomegranate are shaded by mint, violet, iron and toasty oak notes. This red is dense and rich, with a matrix of polished tannins for support. Shows excellence in both balance and aftertaste. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese. Best from 2026 through 2040. 2,900 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson
Jul. 31, 2024
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SATTLERHOF
Sauvignon Blanc Trockenbeerenauslese Steiermark 2022
$98
A stunning, expertly crafted nectar that oozes a thick and juicy cascade of apricot, peach and chrysanthemum. Bitter-edged mineral and salty mustard green notes add contrast, while a thread of racy acidity keeps this vibrating with energy through the superlong finish, which goes on and on. Honeyed and decadent, with sunny warmth yet impressive poise and pedigree. A delicious sweet wine. Drink now through 2045. 168 cases made, 4 cases imported. —Kristen Bieler
Jul. 30, 2024
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TENUTA DI TRINORO
Toscana Campo Di Camagi 2021
$110
Notable for its tightly knit texture and expressive plum, black currant and blackberry fruit aromas and flavors, this red also reveals flashes of blood orange, bitter chocolate, tamarind and graphite. The structure is enhanced by driving acidity, ending with a long, resonant finish. Cabernet Franc. Best from 2026 through 2043. 166 cases made, 65 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson
Jul. 28, 2024
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KEPLINGER
Fuego Y Mar Sonoma Coast 2021
$85
A dynamic red, with rich and energetic blackberry and red currant flavors that take on smoked meat, cracked pepper and licorice tones as this builds tension toward medium-grained tannins. Syrah. Drink now through 2033. 100 cases made. —Tim Fish
Jul. 27, 2024
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TENSLEY
Red Wine Nolan Vineyard Santa Barbara County 2022
$42
Sleek yet simmering with intensity, this version offers expressive flavors of raspberry and cherry that take on licorice, wild game and savory cracked pepper notes. Finishes with refined tannins. Syrah, Mourvèdre and Petite Sirah. Drink now through 2033. 198 cases made. —Tim Fish
Jul. 26, 2024
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TABARRINI
Montefalco Sagrantino Campo Alla Cerqua 2019
$60
Flavors of chopped cherry and raspberry, mineral, red licorice and cocoa powder are rich and expressive in this powerful red, which also shows fine integration and silky grace on the palate, keeping the power in restraint. Lively and well-spiced, with a lingering, chalky-textured finish echoing the ripe fruit and accents of Mediterranean macchia and ground anise and pepper. Best from 2027 through 2039. 150 cases made, 75 cases imported. —Alison Napjus
Jul. 24, 2024
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TENUTA SAN GUIDO
Toscana Guidalberto 2022
$71
This red is elegant, despite its firm structure and dense tannins. Black cherry, black currant, plum, tobacco, iron and rosemary flavors hold court, while all the components show balance. The finish is long, with a salty taste. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2025 through 2038. 35,400 cases made, 5,400 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson
Jul. 23, 2024
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MONTEMERCURIO
Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano Messaggero 2018
$45
Cherry, plum, leather, iron, eucalyptus and woodsy flavors highlight this dry, muscular, solidly constructed red. The long aftertaste echoes both the fruity and savory elements. Drink now through 2040. 1,100 cases made, 350 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson
