A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, this very successfully balances inviting fruitiness with...
Simonsig Estate, Stellenbosch (South Africa) Chenin Blanc 2017
An excellent rendition of South African Chenin Blanc, this shows the remarkable value and versatility being offered in...
Tranquil Heart Vineyards, California (United States) Aglianico 2015
Aglianico is the single greatest variety of the south of Italy, producing wines of exceptional longevity and complexity...
ZD Wines, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
This is an eye-poppingly good wine, which is a good thing, as the price is likely to make one’s eyes pop as...
Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2014
This exceptionally reliable Cab producer is certainly on its game in the case of this wine. It shows classic...
Heirloom Vineyards, McLaren Vale (South Australia) Touriga 2017
Touriga is widely regarded as the single finest red variety of Portugal (which helps explain why the Portuguese refer to...
Bex, Nahe (Germany) Riesling 2016
This fresh, fruity, mineral-tinged Riesling is so much better than most $11 wines from around the world that if it came to...
Columbia Winery, Columbia Valley (Washington) 2015
This delicious, versatile blend is comprised of 40% Merlot, 39% Syrah, 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc and 6%...
Wakefield / Taylors, Clare Valley (South Australia) Shiraz 2015
This wine is packed with power, yet it never seems over-ripe or overwhelming, which is an impressive accomplishment in...
Lafond Winery & Vineyards, Sta. Rita Hills (Santa Barbara County, California) Syrah 2014
Admirably balanced in structure and layered in character, this is a standout Syrah. With fresh, lightly floral...
Le Vigne Winery, Paso Robles (California) 2015
This soft, succulent red will charm novices with its texture even as it impresses aficionados with its complexity. A...
Banfi, Toscana Rosso IGT (Tuscany, Italy) 2015
Always one of the wine world’s great values, Banfi’s “Centine” red blend is particularly delicious...