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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. 05, 2024
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ZENATO
Valpolicella Superiore Ripassa 2020
$32
An aromatic, savory streak of tarry smoke and leather offers a subtle underpinning for the rich mesh of Amarena cherry, cured tobacco, licorice and warm spices on display in this harmonious red, with supple, well-knit tannins. Corvina, Rondinella and Corvinone. Drink now through 2030. 30,000 cases made, 7,000 cases imported. —Alison Napjus
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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CARPINETO
Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana Farnito 2019
$40
This red is reminiscent of a good Bordeaux, featuring flavors of plum, black currant, cedar, iron and toasty oak. A flash of Mediterranean herbs places it in Tuscany, with tobacco and sweet spices gracing the long aftertaste. Drink now through 2036. 13,300 cases made, 5,400 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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SOALHEIRO
Loureiro-Alvarinho Minho Allo 2023
$17
This creamy white is light on its feet and elegant, layering light juiciness and a silky texture with notes of star fruit, kiwi, grapefruit peel, lemon thyme and creamed almond. Lightly spiced and minerally on the finish. Loureiro and Alvarinho. Drink now. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 16,667 cases made, 100 cases imported. —Alison Napjus
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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QUERCIABELLA
Chianti Classico 2021
$34
This red is precise, offering cherry, raspberry, rose, iron and tobacco flavors fused to a steely, dense and vibrant structure. Balanced and intense, building to a long aftertaste infused with fruit and mineral notes. Best from 2026 through 2045. 15,000 cases made, 2,400 cases imported. —Bruce Sanderson
