The 12 signifies 12 months aging in oak barrels, just enough time to impart notes of wood spice and smooth out any rough...
Argiano, Rosso Toscano (Tuscany, Italy) 2015
Argiano’s "Non Confunditur" is something of a baby "Super Tuscan", a soft, approachable red from...
Fetzer, California (United States) Sauvignon Blanc 2017
One of the first large wineries to leap into the organic fray, Fetzer also is one of the best at organic wine. The 2017...
V. Sattui, Napa Valley (California) Petite Sirah 2015
Petite Sirah can be a beast of a wine, with mouth-puckering tannins wrapped in gorgeous red and black fruits and loads of...
Zonte’s Footstep, Adelaide Hills (Australia) Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Adelaide Hills is a magical spot for Sauvignon Blanc. It's cool enough to produce Sauvignons that possess bright...
Bolla, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC (Veneto, Italy) 2013
One of the contenders for most improved winery in Italy over the past ten years is the resurgent Bolla. This pillar of the wine...
Penedo Borges, Mendoza (Argentina) Malbec 2015
Although this red finishes slightly off-dry, it exhibits gorgeous red and black fruit aromas, supple tannins and a long,...
Dutcher Crossing, Dry Creek Valley (Sonoma County, California) Cabernet Sauvignon 2015
Dutcher Crossing flies a little bit under the radar although its wines over the years have always been solid. The...
V. Sattui, Anderson Valley (Mendocino County, California) Pinot Noir 2016
Mendocino's Anderson Valley is poised to overtake the Russian River Valley as California's most successful terroir for the Pinot...
Eberle, Paso Robles (California) Zinfandel 2016
Eberle has a long, distinguished history with Zinfandel. The 2016 is yet another in a string of successful...
Tatu Estates, Yecla DO (Spain) Monastrell 2017
This beauty from the southeast corner of Spain delivers excellent concentration of black fruits, supple tannins that make for a...
Raywood Vineyards, Central Coast (California) Merlot 2017
This second label of Paso Robles' Castoro Cellars represents excellent value and the 2017 Raywood Vineyards Merlot is a...