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INTRODUCTION |
WINE & SPIRITS 100 BEST WINES OF THE YEAR |
Out of 10.200 wines assessed. |
| s1122-02. 06 FLOWERS SONOMA COAST CHARDONNAY |
| BEST U.S. CHARDONNAY - Wine & Spirits 95: ‘An icon of the far coast, from sources in the Petaluma Gap, the Russian River Valley and a significant portion from Flowers’ Camp Meeting Ridge. And though it is aged for eight months in French oak (20 percent new), it tastes like eating fresh, perfectly ripe fruit, like the pink bitterness of peach near the pit or the creamy pulp of a white nectarine. Stay with it and you might find bright citrus and some green tropical fruit as well. It’s balanced and composed, with the rich scent of a broth made from lobster shells–a saline, mineral character that suits it to crab. $44.’ |
| How Many: 39.99 each |
| s1122-03. 08 BENTON-LANE WILLAMETTE VALLEY PINOT GRIS |
| BEST U.S. PINOT GRIS - Wine & Spirits 93. |
| How Many: 16.99 each |
| s1122-04. 07 KING ESTATE DOMAINE OREGON PINOT GRIS |
| BEST U.S. PINOT GRIS - Wine & Spirits 93: ‘A cool pinot gris, this has high-toned aromas of passionfruit with a hint of spearmint. Bright and mouthwatering, its citrus marmalade flavors are bolstered by leesy notes. It has the right cut for shrimp pasta with creme fraiche.’ |
| How Many: 25.99 each |
| s1122-05. 07 CHATEAU STE. MICHELLE - DR. LOOSEN EROICA COLUMBIA VALLEY RIESLING |
| BEST U.S. RIESLING - Wine & Spirits 93: ‘A focused, ethereal and pure 2007. Its aromas are all about citrus, with hints of lemon and tangerine, while the taut flavors are more pearlike. A fine, mineral finish gives the wine balance and poise.’ |
| How Many: 24.99 each |
| s1122-06. 05 RIDGE MONTE BELLO VINEYARD SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
| BEST U.S. CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Wine & Spirits 97: ‘A cold, wet spring cut yields to one ton per acre, the lowest level in ten years. The 2005 has the flavor of mountain-grown fruit–tiny berries. The tannins have the intensity of wild blueberries, a soft power that’s friendly rather than austere. Its fresh, bright floral aspects combine seamlessly with the structure, pointing up the wine’s youthful beauty. The moderate alcohol (13.4 percent) is just one more factor that predicts a long life ahead for this wine.’ |
| How Many: 124.95 each |
| s1122-07. 06 ANDREW WILL CHAMPOUX VINEYARD HORSE HEAVEN HILLS RED |
| BEST U.S. CABERNET BLEND - Wine & Spirits 95: ‘Chris Camarda’s 2006 from Champoux includes cabernets sauvignon (57 percent) and franc (35) with a small amount of merlot. Marrying Washington’s sunpower and the elegance of one of its best vineyards, this is a quiet wine at the outset, revealing only savory noes of graphite, juniper and cumin against a background of plum. But the fruit deepens into flavors of cassis, the savory parts becoming meatier and more elemental, the tannins as mouthcoating as they are refined. Then a hint of orange peel lifts the finish. Quite a performance, and destined to be long lived. $63.’ |
| How Many: 57.95 each |
| s1122-08. 06 CASA LAPOSTOLLE CLOS APALTA COLCHAGUA VALLEY RED |
| BEST CHILE RED BLEND - Wine & Spirits 93. |
| How Many: 74.95 each |
| s1122-09. 06 MAYCAS DEL LIMARI RESERVA ESPECIAL LIMARI VALLEY SYRAH |
| BEST CHILE SYRAH - Wine & Spirits 93. |
| How Many: 23.99 each |
| s1122-10. 07 WEHLENER SONNENUHR RIESLING AUSLESE, J. J. PRUM |
| BEST MOSEL-SAAR-RUWER - Wine & Spirits 96: ‘This is an archetypal Prum Auslese, from its aristocratic poise and silky finesse to its vibrant energy and crystalline complexity. Its sleek fuselage of fruit feels succulent without needing to be sweetly rich, and its subtle, mineral-drenched flavors unfold in kaleidoscopic detail on the long and fragrant finish. At the same time, its youthfulness is almost painfully evident, a reminder that drinking this wine in optimum maturity is a pleasure that won’t be experienced for at least another two or three decades.’ |
| How Many: 59.95 each |
| s1122-11. 06 COLLIO SAUVIGNON, SCHIOPETTO |
| BEST FRIULI WHITE - Wine & Spirits 95: ‘Cloaked by its own intensity, this needs time to reveal its aromas and flavors of lemon and lemongrass. That tension relaxes after a day of air, the flavors lengthening, held firm by a gripping structure. Grown in predominantly clay soils, this sauvignon possesses cool tannins that serve as the foil to the nervy acidity. The combined effort sends energy coursing through the wine, a motion that seems to define the expression of both fruit and minerality. Built to age five or six years, if not longer.’ |
| How Many: 33.99 each |
| s1122-12. 04 BAROLO NEI CANNUBI, EINAUDI |
| BEST PIEDMONT RED - Wine & Sprits 96: ‘Einaudi’s best Cannubi yet, an aristocratic expression of nebbiolo that feels almost perfectly formed. There’s immediacy to the wine’s beauty, an arresting floral aroma that recalls a walk through a rose garden at sunrise, the dew clinging softly to the petals and earth. And while the wine feels soft at first, with subtle flavors of cherries and rose, it soon reveals the firm structure and mineral expression at its heart. Its evolution continues for several days, maintaining a freshness and vibrancy that’s utterly compelling. Gentle and elegant, yet drawing power from its broad, succulent middle, this ‘04 is a must for any serious Barolo lover. It will continue to evolve for decades.’ |
| How Many: 99.95 each |
| s1122-13. 08 CRAGGY RANGE TE MUNA ROAD MARTINBOROUGH SAUVIGNON BLANC |
| BEST NEW ZEALAND SAUVIGNON BLANC - Wine & Spirits 93: ‘The 2008 Martinborough sauvignon blanc grapes ripened to rich passion fruit flavors. Winemaker Adrian Baker allowed a third of the wine to ferment with indigenous yeast, and fermented a small portion (12 percent) in barrel. The result is a potent, generous sauvignon with lasting spice and saturated fruit flavor. Decant it for crab. $30.’ |
| How Many: 27.99 each |
INTRODUCTION |
WINE & SPIRITS 100 BEST BUYS OF THE YEAR |
Out of 10.200 wines assessed. |
| s1122-15. DOMAINE STE. MICHELLE COLUMBIA VALLEY BRUT |
| BEST BUY U.S. SPARKLING - Wine & Spirits 87. |
| How Many: 11.99 each |
| s1122-16. 07 J. LYNNE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY CHARDONNAY |
| BEST BUY U.S. CHARDONNAY - Wine & Spirits 90. |
| How Many: 21.99 each |
| s1122-17. 07 MASON NAPA VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC |
| BEST BUY U.S. SAUVIGNON BLANC - Wine & Spirits 91: ‘This wine has fine tropical fruit intensity without excess weight, the flavors of green mango skin, litchi and gooseberry make a juicy impression that lasts. Chill it for grilled fish with mango chutney.’ |
| How Many: 16.99 each |
| s1122-18. 05 KESTREL YAKIMA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
| BEST BUY U.S. CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Wine & Spirits 92. |
| How Many: 22.99 each |
| s1122-19. 06 CHARLES KRUG YOUNTVILLE CABERNET SAUVIGNON |
| BEST BUY U.S. CABERNET SAUVIGNON - Wine & Spirits 91: ‘An impressively cool and brisk cabernet, predominantly from estate vineyards, this starts out on black plum and grows increasingly more generous with air. The wine expands into deep purple-black fruit and potent tannins, which bring out some warmth to balance the fresh, minty aspects of the flavor. Decant a bottle for lamb chops.’ |
| How Many: 28.99 each |
| s1122-20. 07 GIRASOLE MENDOCINO PINOT NOIR |
| BEST BUY U.S. PINOT NOIR - Wine & Spirits 90: ‘Finely structured, this is a clean cherry- and pomegranate-scented pinot noir. The sweet and sunny fruit is balanced by light tannins. A super value.’ |
| How Many: 16.99 each |
| s1122-21. 06 HOGUE GENESIS COLUMBIA VALLEY SYRAH |
| BEST BUY U.S. SYRAH - Wine & Spirits 92: ‘In 2006 Hogue captured the freshness of a great vintage, from sources in the Horse Heaven Hills and Wahluke Slope. It’s as rich as chocolate cake, but its texture remains remarkably lifted and succulent. Ideal for barbecue.’ |
| How Many: 15.99 each |
| s1122-22. 06 LAKE SONOMA DRY CREEK VALLEY ZINFANDEL |
| BEST BUY U.S. ZINFANDEL - Wine & Spirits 90: ‘Spicy and balanced in a claret style, this wine’s black fruit lasts past its alcohol and tannin. It’s a clean, rightly built zin, with gentle spice for pepper steak.’ |
| How Many: 21.99 each |
| s1122-23. 07 FINCA EL PORTILLO MENDOZA MALBEC |
| BEST BUY ARGENTINA RED - Wine & Spirits 89: ‘Aromas of strawberries and cherries blend with saddle-leather scents. This wine’s juicy freshness balances a base of firm, fine tannins. For braised beef.’ |
| How Many: 10.99 each |
| s1122-24. 07 TRIVENTO AMADO SUR MENDOZA RED |
| BEST BUY ARGENTINA RED - Wine & Spirits 89. |
| How Many: 14.99 each |
| s1122-25. 07 KAMPTAL GOBELSBURGER GRUNER VELTLINER, SCHLOSS GOBELSBURG |
| BEST BUY AUSTRIA WHITE - Wine & Spirits 92: ‘Consistently proves itself to be one of Austria’s greatest values. The 2007 shows fresh, sleekly fragrant aromas of stone fruits and long, detailed length. Its richness feels sculpted by the green-apple acidity, giving this a lithe, focused poise and elegantly refined harmony. $18.’ |
| How Many: 14.99 each |
| s1122-26. 08 PENFOLDS THOMAS HYLAND ADELAIDE RIESLING |
| BEST BUY AUSTRALIA WHITE - Wine & Spirits 90: ‘Layered with fruit, this is juicy and flavorful but not sweet. It builds from orange and peach scents through to a firm lime zest complexity that lasts. Tart and dry. For roast pork.’ |
| How Many: 13.99 each |
| s1122-27. 06 D’ARENBERG THE FOOTBOLT MCLAREN VALE SHIRAZ |
| BEST BUY AUSTRALIA RED - Wine & Spirits 92: ‘Pure McLaren funk: You can smell the soil in this wine, and you can taste it as well. That intriguing earthiness underscores the bold red fruit, almost vermilion in brightness when first poured, darkening to anise and pomegranate with air. The tannins are youthfully tough, needing a few years of bottle age to resolve. Named for Joseph Osborn’s favorite racehorse, this wine is made from old-vine shiraz, foot-trod and basket pressed before finishing its fermentation in barrel.’ |
| How Many: 19.99 each |
| s1122-28. 06 FOUR SISTERS CENTRAL VICTORIA SHIRAZ |
| BEST BUY AUSTRALIA RED - Wine & Spirits 90. |
| How Many: 11.99 each |
| s1122-29. 08 CASTILLO DE MOLINA RESERVA ELQUI VALLEY SAUVIGNON BLANC |
| BEST BUY CHILE WHITE - Wine & Spirits 91. |
| How Many: 10.99 each |
| s1122-30. 07 MACON CHARNAY LES CHENES, DOMAINE MANCIAT-PONCET |
| BEST BUY FRANCE WHITE - Wine & Spirits 91: ‘While still young and tight, this si also bold and concentrated, with potent acidity that adds spice and a green floral tone to the fruit. The flavors of green apple, lime pith and ginger last with youthful compression. Give it three to four years in the cellar for complexity to evolve. $20.’ |
| How Many: 17.99 each |
| s1122-31. 07 COTES DU RHONE BLANC, E. GUIGAL |
| BEST BUY FRANCE WHITE - Wine & Spirits 90. |
| How Many: 14.99 each |
| s1122-32. 06 COTEAUX DU LANGUEDOC BRONZINELLE, DOMAINE SAINT MARTIN DE LA GARRIGUE |
| BEST BUY FRANCE RED - Wine & Spirits 90. |
| How Many: 16.99 each |
| s1122-33. 08 SANTORINI, BOUTARI |
| BEST BUY GREECE WHITE - Wine & Spirits 92. |
| How Many: 19.99 each |
| s1122-34. 06 BARBERA D’ALBA, PIO CESARE |
| BEST BUY ITALY RED - Wine & Spirits 92: ‘This is substantial barbera, boasting ripe, rich fruit and luxurious new oak flavors. It gains complexity with air, the oak receding into a supportive role. Elegantly composed and vinous, this lasts with flavors of cherries and plums. Decant a bottle for a steak tagliata.’ |
| How Many: 19.99 each |
| s1122-35. 04 SALICE SALENTINO RISERVA, CANTELE |
| BEST BUY ITALY RED - Wine & Spirits 92: ‘The aromas of bacon fat and smoke dominate the notes of rose and plum when this is first poured. Of negroamaro (85 percent) and malvasia nera (15), it gains depth with air, melding umami richness with vibrant acidity. Decant a bottle for braised boar. $13.’ |
| How Many: 11.99 each |
| s1122-36. 04 CHIANTI CLASSICO, CASTELLO DI BOSSI |
| BEST BUY ITALY RED - Wine & Spirits 93: ‘Subtle aromas of rose and cherry bring a graceful aspect to this muscular sangiovese. The tannins feel flashy at first–the result of nearly a year spent in new French oak–but recede to a supporting role after a day of air, the wine drawing power from the earthy, cool middle. Higher-toned cherry and wild strawberry flavors form a refreshing contrast to the wine’s massive structure. It should continue to evolve for u pt a decade in the cellar, or decant a bottle now for spit-roasted porchetta.’ |
| How Many: 19.99 each |
| s1122-37. 05 MAREMMA SERRATA BELGUARDO, MAZZEI |
| BEST BUY ITALY RED - Wine & Spirits 94: ‘This edgy, almost sanguine cuvee of 80% sangiovese and 20% alicante nero is grown in a rock mix of limestone and sandstone soils on the coast near Grosseto. While the wine’s naturally brisk acidity shows the cooling influence of the coastal air, what’ most striking is the savory, elegant feel of the tannins. At once powerful mineral and smooth, they frame deep flavors of dried porcini, ripe cherry and fresh sage in a way that feels vibrant and firm. The complexity is here to age this for a decade, although it would be irresistible now with roast leg of lamb.’ |
| How Many: 25.99 each |
| s1122-38. FONSECA 10 YEAR OLD TAWNY PORT |
| BEST BUY PORTUGAL DESSERT - Wine & Spirits 91: ‘Fruit interprets the alcohol in this wine with the orange-citrus scent of rum cake. Then Douro schist cuts the sweetness and strengthens the fruit presence to fuller pear, hazelnut and wild flower honey notes. It ends on a long, peppery buzz, delicious and satisfying.’ |
| How Many: 31.99 each |
| s1122-39. 08 SEBEKA WESTERN CAPE STEEN CHENIN BLANC |
| BEST BUY SOUTH AFRICA WHITE - Wine & Spirits 87: ‘A chenin with clean delineation to its talc and grape flavors, this has a little leesiness to give it body. It finishes clean. For pan-roasted trout.’ |
| How Many: 9.99 each |
| s1122-40. 08 INDABA WESTERN CAPE SAUVIGNON BLANC |
| BEST BUY SOUTH AFRICA WHITE - Wine & Spirits 87: ‘A lime-scented white with gooseberry flavors, this is light in the middle, refreshing in the end. For cracked crab.’ |
| How Many: 9.99 each |
| s1122-41. SEGURA VIUDAS RESERVA BRUT CAVA |
| BEST BUY SPAIN SPARKLING - Wine & Spirits 90: ‘The gentle sparkle of this wine carries scents of honeyed apple and red-apple skin. It’s fragrant and clean, and lasts on fruit, a rich style with balance. For crab cakes. $10.’ |
| How Many: 8.49 each |
| s1122-42. 07 MONTSANT CAN BLAU, CELLER CAN BLAU |
| BEST BUY SPAIN RED - Wine & Spirits 90. |
| How Many: 15.99 each |
| s1122-43. 05 RIOJA CRIANZA, BODEGAS LAN |
| BEST BUY SPAIN RED - Wine & Spirits 90: ‘Light scents of crushed rose petals and frisky cherry tomato flavors give this a bright, zesty tone. The tannins are also light, with a gravelly feel. This is a versatile red for olives and jamon Serrano, or more substantial meats such as duck. $15.’ |
| How Many: 12.99 each |
| s1122-44. PEDRO ROMERO OLOROSO SHERRY |
| BEST BUY SPAIN DESSERT - Wine & Spirits 92. |
| How Many: 12.99 each |
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